
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Bend Neighborhood of Ruskin, FL from $1,000 (16 Rentals)
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Avilla Cypress Creek
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Bend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,618 | $2,254 |
| River Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,744 | $2,451 |
| River Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $2,183 | $2,733 |
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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 $1,164. Avilla Cypress Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,618. 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 | $1,164 |
| Avilla Cypress Creek | The Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,618 |
| Shadetree Apartments | The Vireo | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| Madison Palms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| Ruskin Reserve | Dawn | 3BR,2BA | $2,098 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Bend, FL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Bend area is the $1.61 price per square foot Palm Model at Beacon at Arbours Townhomes in the in the Ruskin Colony Farms neighborhood starting from $2,285. The second greatest value River Bend apartment is the Dawn Model at Ruskin Reserve starting at $2,098 with a $1.74 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon at Arbours Townhomes | Palm | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| Ruskin Reserve | Dawn | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Shadetree Apartments | The Kinglet | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Madison Palms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Avilla Cypress Creek | The Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Marina View at Little Harbor | Aruba | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Bend Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Bend?
The cheapest apartment in River Bend is Marina View at Little Harbor which is listed at $1,457, while the average apartment in River Bend costs $2,380.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River Bend?
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 12 regular apartments in River Bend 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 River Bend?
Cheap apartments in River Bend have an average cost of $573 which is $1,807 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River Bend.
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