
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bay Lakes Neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL from $1,100 (66 Rentals)
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10817 Cozarts Chalet Dr

7002 Crown Lake Dr

11237 Riley Pines Cir

12938 Bridleford Dr

13049 Waterbourne Dr

8750 Symmes Rd

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12130 US Hwy 41 S

12941 Shady Fern Ln
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Apollo Beach Villa

Wildgrass

Ridley at Waterset

Tapestry East Bay

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The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments

The Grove at Southshore

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The Parian Luxury Apartments

The Whitt

10943 Keys Gate Dr
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13311 Laraway Dr

13344 Laraway Dr

13307 Ashbark Ct

11621 Ivy Flower Loop

10903 Verawood Dr

10523 Lakeside Vista Dr

7445 Oxford Garden Cir

11351 Coconut Island Dr

11759 Lynmoor Dr

7546 Oxford Garden Cir
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7556 Oxford Garden Cir

13332 Laraway Dr

206 Lookout Dr

11110 Cherrywood Ln

7612 Clovelly Park Pl

10108 Point Given Ct

14249 War Admiral Pl

10610 Opus Dr

9620 Sage Creek Dr

10526 Lakeside Vista Dr
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12808 Adventure Dr

11109 Lake Lanier Dr

213 Lookout Dr

10401 Opus Dr

229 Lookout Dr

13305 Silvercreek Dr

13220 Prestwick Dr

11253 Running Pine Dr

Lola

10811 Brickside Ct
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South Bay Lakes, Gibsonton, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Bay Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Bay Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,100 | $2,399 |
| South Bay Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $1,400 | $2,476 |
| South Bay Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $1,665 | $2,994 |
| South Bay Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $1,575 | $3,183 |
| South Bay Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,899 | $2,355 | $2,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the South Bay Lakes Neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL.
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Cheapest Available South Bay Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bay Lakes area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Apollo Beach Villa priced from $1,100. Wildgrass has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,420. Here are the most affordable South Bay Lakes apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo Beach Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Wildgrass | A1-LL | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Lola | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Tapestry East Bay | The Navarre | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Easton Riverview Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| Ridley at Waterset | The Terrapin | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Signature | 1BR,1BA | $1,636 |
| The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Grove at Southshore | Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1,698 |
| The Parian Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,704 |
| The Whitt | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,744 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay Lakes, FL
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bay Lakes area is the $1.68 price per square foot Borage Model at Kinward at Spencer Glen in the in the Big Bend neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value South Bay Lakes apartment is the Vale Model at Oak Haven starting at $2,599 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Big Bend neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bay Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinward at Spencer Glen | Borage | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
| Oak Haven | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.48 |
| The Grove at Southshore | Foxtail | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Easton Riverview Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Wildgrass | A1-LL | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Parian Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Ridley at Waterset | The Painted Shell | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Signature | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Lola | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Whitt | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bay Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Bay Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Bay Lakes is at Apollo Beach Villa listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bay Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bay Lakes Apartment is $1,420 at Wildgrass.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bay Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bay Lakes is starting from $1,698 at The Grove at Southshore.
What is the most affordable South Bay Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Bay Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grove at Southshore and starts from $1,998.
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