
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bay Lakes Neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL from $1,100 (12 Rentals)
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11211 East Bay Rd

Apollo Beach Villa

12296 Cypress Branch St

The Grove at SouthShore

Wildgrass
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Tapestry East Bay

The Easton Riverview Apartments

11008 US-301

Ridley at Waterset

The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments
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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 | $1,557 | $1,100 | $1,691 |
| South Bay Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,379 | $2,576 |
| South Bay Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $1,300 | $2,789 |
| South Bay Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,929 | $3,163 |
| South Bay Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $2,097 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 12 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 1 Bed unit found at The Grove at SouthShore priced from $1,379. Apollo Beach Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable South Bay Lakes apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove at SouthShore | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Apollo Beach Villa | 1 BED 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Wildgrass | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Lola | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,528 |
| Tapestry East Bay | The Navarre | Studio,1BA | $1,557 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay Lakes, FL
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Bay Lakes area is the $1.27 price per square foot Vale Model at Copper Creek North Townhomes in the in the Big Bend neighborhood starting from $2,225. The second greatest value South Bay Lakes apartment is the Vale Model at Oak Haven starting at $2,499 with a $1.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Creek North Townhomes | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.27 |
| Oak Haven | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| The Grove at SouthShore | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Easton Riverview Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Ridley at Waterset | The Caspian | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Signature | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Wildgrass | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| The Parian Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Lola | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Apollo Beach Villa | 1 BED 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Bay Lakes, Gibsonton, FL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Bay Lakes Neighborhood in Gibsonton, FL
Walk Score®
1 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bay Lakes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Bay Lakes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Bay Lakes is under $1,774.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Bay Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in South Bay Lakes is The Grove at SouthShore which is listed at $1,379, while the average apartment in South Bay Lakes costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Bay Lakes?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in South Bay Lakes that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Bay Lakes?
Cheap apartments in South Bay Lakes have an average cost of $165 which is $3,035 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bay Lakes.
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