
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bay Lakes Neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL from $1,100 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Bay Lakes area of Gibsonton.


8750 Symmes Rd

Hawthorne Meadow Rental Homes

13123 Kings Crossing Dr

12119 Ledbury Commons Dr

12130 US Hwy 41 S

11223 Southwind Lake Dr

Apollo Beach Villa
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Wildgrass

Tapestry East Bay

The Easton Riverview Apartments

The Grove at Southshore

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The Parian Luxury Apartments

12906 Trade Port Pl

The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments

The Whitt
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Ridley at Waterset

10943 Keys Gate Dr

7526 Oxford Garden Cir

10423 Orchid Mist Ct

13311 Laraway Dr

13344 Laraway Dr

14427 Haddon Mist Dr

11759 Lynmoor Dr
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12961 Utopia Gdns Wy

10221 Summerview Cir

Lola

10811 Brickside Ct

10806 Brickside Ct

12327 Healey Summit Ln

12946 Trade Port Pl

12314 Foxmoor Peak Dr
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14409 Easy Goer St

12315 Foxmoor Peak Dr

7619 Clovelly Park Pl

14302 Editors Note St

12725 Adventure Dr

10922 Winter Crest Dr

14442 Editors Note St

12820 Belvedere Song Way
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12949 Fennway Ridge Dr

10454 Shady Preserve Dr
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 | $1,760 | $1,100 | $2,595 |
| South Bay Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,851 | $1,400 | $2,476 |
| South Bay Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,032 | $1,635 | $2,994 |
| South Bay Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $1,575 | $3,158 |
| South Bay Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,974 | $2,315 | $2,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 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 Apollo Beach Villa priced from $1,400. Wildgrass has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,520. 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 | 1 BED 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Wildgrass | A1-LL | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| Lola | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,554 |
| The Easton Riverview Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Grove at Southshore | Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1,649 |
| The Parian Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,684 |
| The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Tapestry East Bay | The Caswell I | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| The Whitt | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,744 |
| Ridley at Waterset | The Kemp | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Signature | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay Lakes, FL
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bay Lakes area is the $1.68 price per square foot D1 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 Copper Creek North Townhomes starting at $2,332 with a $1.33 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 | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Copper Creek North Townhomes | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Oak Haven | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.48 |
| The Grove at Southshore | Foxtail | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| The Parian Luxury Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Easton Riverview Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Citizen at Waterset Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Wildgrass | A1-LL | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Ridley at Waterset | The Painted Shell | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Signature | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Lola | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bay Lakes Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Bay Lakes?
The cheapest apartment in South Bay Lakes is Wildgrass which is listed at $1,510, while the average apartment in South Bay Lakes costs $2,995.
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 11 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 $302 which is $2,693 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bay Lakes.
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