
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Northwest Tampa Neighborhood of Lutz, FL from $509 (156 Rentals)
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Outer Northwest Tampa, Lutz, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Northwest Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Northwest Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,249 | $895 | $1,992 |
| Outer Northwest Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $895 | $2,792 |
| Outer Northwest Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $719 | $4,252 |
| Outer Northwest Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $639 | $3,742 |
| Outer Northwest Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $509 | $9,993 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 156 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Northwest Tampa Neighborhood of Lutz, FL.
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Cheapest Available Outer Northwest Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Northwest Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Social priced from $509. The Ivy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $589. Here are the most affordable Outer Northwest Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Social | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR, 4BA | $509 |
| The Ivy | 4br 2ba | 4BR, 2BA | $589 |
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $850 |
| Cove Commons | 5BR/5.5BA - Keystone - Platinum | 5BR, 5BA | $859 |
| Uptown Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 575 Sqft | 1BR, 1BA | $910 |
| Shadow Pines | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $940 |
| Vista Palms | A2R | 1BR, 1BA | $949 |
| 42N | 3x3 A | 3BR, 3BA | $959 |
| Caribbean Breeze | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $972 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Northwest Tampa, FL
As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Northwest Tampa area is the $0.56 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Station 42 in the University Square neighborhood starting from $949. The second greatest value Outer Northwest Tampa apartment is the 4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum Model at Cove Commons in the University Square neighborhood starting at $999 with a $0.61 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Northwest Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station 42 | 4x4 | 4BR, 4BA | $0.56 |
| Cove Commons | 4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum | 4BR, 4.5BA | $0.61 |
| The Retreat at Tampa | Birchmore 3 x 3 | 3BR, 3BA | $0.81 |
| Vue Tampa | 4BR/4BA - Gold | 4BR, 4BA | $0.45 |
| Venue at North Campus | D1 | 4BR, 4BA | $0.61 |
| The Standard at Tampa | Camden - 3 x 2 | 3BR, 2BA | $0.83 |
| 42N | 3x3 A | 3BR, 3BA | $0.83 |
| 4050 Lofts | 3 bedroom | 3BR, 3BA | $0.77 |
| Reflections | 3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room | 3BR, 3BA | $0.67 |
| The Social | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Premium | 2BR, 2BA | $0.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Northwest Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Northwest Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Northwest Tampa is under $972.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Northwest Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Northwest Tampa is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Outer Northwest Tampa costs $1,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Northwest Tampa?
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 294 regular apartments in Outer Northwest Tampa 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 Outer Northwest Tampa?
Cheap apartments in Outer Northwest Tampa have an average cost of $624 which is $951 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Northwest Tampa.
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