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property at 2440 25th St N

$1,000 - $1,200

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2440 25th St N

St. PetersburgFL33713

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property at 3815 1st Ave N

$1,145 - $1,795

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3815 1st Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33713

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property at 2219 Highland St S

$1,200 - $1,650

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2219 Highland St S

St. PetersburgFL33705

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St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL

Pricing Updated: 07/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the St. Petersburg, FL area range in price from $800 to $18,500 with an overall median price of $4,630. The three St. Petersburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mangrove Bay at $1,499, Azalea at $1,300, and Central Oak Park at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Petersburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mangrove Bay$2,200$1,4995
Azalea$2,300$1,3003
Central Oak Park$2,395$1,30015
Edgemoor$2,425$1,4006
Roser Park$2,500$1,09510
Skyway Marina District$2,500$1,7508
Lakewood$2,650$1,4008
Old Northeast$2,700$2,7001
Azalea Homes$2,750$1,30011
Sawgrass Lake$2,869$1,27510

Cheapest Available St. Petersburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Petersburg, FL is a Studio unit found at Whitehall Garden Apartments in the Bayview neighborhood priced from $900. Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments in the Bayview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Petersburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whitehall Garden Apartments#114Studio,1BA$900
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$949
Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,030
Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,070
5th Ave Loft Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,095
7380 63rd St N1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,100
Crescent LaneUpstairs1BR,1BA$1,120

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Petersburg area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Chateau Bayonne in the in the Crystal Bay neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value St. Petersburg apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 7550-7750 92nd St starting at $1,700 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Cross Bayou neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Petersburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chateau Bayonne1 Beds, 2 Baths1BR,2BA$1.55
7550-7750 92nd St2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.47
5290 70th Ave N, Pinellas Park, FL 337812BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA2 w/ Den1BR,1BA$1.62
Clear Harbor Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.50
Bardmoor Villas2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.56
Bardmoor PointeTwo Bedroom One Bath w/ washer and dryer2BR,1BA$1.63
Oak Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.24
Burlington Post II1x11BR,1BA$1.63

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St. Petersburg Overview

The second largest city in the Tampa Bay area, St. Petersburg is a wonderful locale snug within the heartland of Florida. From a budding industrial job market to the oh-so-scenic beaches, apartments in St. Petersburg offer plenty of excitement and amenities that are sure to please.

Why live in St. Petersburg, FL?

A hot spot with both tourists and residents alike, St. Petersburg is a fantastic place to raise a family and a solid option for young working professionals as well. With easy access to the larger job market and nightlife excitement of Tampa, apartments in St. Petersburg are an ideal mid-point to a large number of Florida opportunities. Oceanside beauty abounds, and the locals are as likely to help you change a tire as they are to spin a humorous yarn around a few pints at the bar. This 'Sunshine City' is truly a bright example of Florida living at its finest.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Petersburg Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Petersburg?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Petersburg is at Whitehall Garden Apartments listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment is $949 at Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Petersburg is starting from $1,250 at 460 93rd Ave N.

What is the most affordable St. Petersburg Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap St. Petersburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Portland and starts from $1,649.

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