
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Bend Neighborhood of Ruskin, FL from $1,000 (16 Rentals)
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South Haven

1932 33rd St SE

3258 Mangrove Point Dr

221 21st St SE
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3240 Mangrove Point Dr

1015 Neptune Dr

521 Glenn Cross Dr

Marina View at Little Harbor

Riverside Club
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Ruskin Reserve

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Manatee Village IV
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River Bend, Ruskin, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Bend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $1,499 | $1,954 |
| River Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $1,702 | $2,119 |
| River Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,956 | $2,388 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the River Bend Neighborhood of Ruskin, FL.
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Cheapest Available River Bend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Bend area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Marina View at Little Harbor priced from $1,496. Madison Palms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,584. Here are the most affordable River Bend apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marina View at Little Harbor | Aruba | Studio,1BA | $1,496 |
| Madison Palms | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
| Shadetree Apartments | The Vireo | 1BR,1BA | $1,672 |
| Avilla Cypress Creek | The Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,693 |
| Beacon at Arbours Townhomes | Palm | 3BR,2BA | $1,956 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Bend, FL
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Bend area is the $1.53 price per square foot Glimmer Model at Ruskin Reserve in the in the Ruskin Colony Farms neighborhood starting from $2,345. The second greatest value River Bend apartment is the Palm Model at Beacon at Arbours Townhomes starting at $1,956 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Ruskin Colony Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Bend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruskin Reserve | Glimmer | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Beacon at Arbours Townhomes | Palm | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| Shadetree Apartments | The Tern | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Madison Palms | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Avilla Cypress Creek | The Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Marina View at Little Harbor | Aruba | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Bend, Ruskin, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Bend Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Bend Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Bend Apartment is $1,584 at Madison Palms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Bend Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Bend is starting from $1,702 at Madison Palms.
What is the most affordable River Bend Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Bend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Beacon at Arbours Townhomes and starts from $1,956.
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