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Pennsylvania

Railroad 345

Whitehall Garden Apartments

Carlton Arms of St. Petersburg

Pinewood

4614 46th St N, Unit 4614 46th St N

750 7th Ave N

St. Charles Row

Osprey Pointe
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Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments

Lakeside

2318 4th St S

2565 40th Ave N

2440 25th St N

8701 4th St N

Nautica Apartments

Vantage Point Condominiums
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Flagler Pointe Apartments

3819 47th St N

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Lincoln Shores Apartments

844 5th Ave S

2501 Oakdale St S, Unit 2
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214 19th St N, Unit 1

6650 5th Ave N

6674 5th Ave N

Crossings at 66th

Nelson Apartment

Nordica Flats

Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve

Zura Bay

Waterside Village

The Meadows

Nordica Village

Atlas at Bay Point
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720 7th Ave N

Gateway On 4th

Park House Apartments

Marisol Vista Apartment Homes

334 48th Ave N

11412 2nd St N

Armature Square Apartments

Fountain Court Apartments

1400 11th Ave S
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3700 Haines Rd N
St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Petersburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap St. Petersburg Studio Apartments | $1,919 | $1,000 | $4,059 |
Cheap St. Petersburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $775 | $5,333 |
Cheap St. Petersburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,637 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Cheap St. Petersburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,362 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
Cheap St. Petersburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,750 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the St. Petersburg, FL area range in price from $775 to $15,750 with an overall median price of $5,874. The three St. Petersburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tyrone Park at $1,295, Midtown St Petersburg at $1,200, and Allendale at $1,349. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Petersburg Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Tyrone Park | $1,550 | $1,295 | 6 |
Midtown St Petersburg | $1,797 | $1,200 | 15 |
Allendale | $1,899 | $1,349 | 2 |
Uptown St Petersburg | $2,300 | $1,299 | 4 |
Gandy | $2,598 | $1,200 | 90 |
Weedon Island | $2,650 | $1,300 | 188 |
Mangrove Bay | $2,789 | $1,265 | 173 |
Azalea Homes | $2,940 | $775 | 47 |
Jungle Prada | $2,940 | $775 | 47 |
Sawgrass Lake | $3,011 | $1,095 | 254 |
Cheapest Available St. Petersburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Petersburg, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 5901 Fairfield Ave S in the Pasadena Golf & Yacht Club neighborhood priced from $775. Osprey Pointe in the Bayview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Petersburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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5901 Fairfield Ave S | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Osprey Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Caravel | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Nautica Apartments | The Stern | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
Vantage Point Condominiums | Crest | 1BR,1BA | $1,212 |
Flagler Pointe Apartments | 1/1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
Crescent Lane | Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
The Waverly | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Petersburg area is the $1.39 price per square foot 1311 24th Ave S Model at 1311 24th Ave S, Unit 2 in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value St. Petersburg apartment is the Three Bedroom / Two Bathroom Model at Shores Apartments, Ltd starting at $1,537 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Bayview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Petersburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1311 24th Ave S, Unit 2 | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Shores Apartments, Ltd | Three Bedroom / Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Kentucky 1414 | Home | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Bardmoor Pointe | Two Bedroom One Bath w/ washer and dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Buena Vista | 2x1U (Buena Vista I) | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Oak Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath Apartment with 870 Square Feet... | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
The Waverly | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Caravel | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
5901 Fairfield Ave S | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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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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Getting Around St. Petersburg, FL
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Petersburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St. Petersburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St. Petersburg is under $1,270.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Petersburg?
The cheapest apartment in St. Petersburg is 5901 Fairfield Ave S which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in St. Petersburg costs $5,874.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St. Petersburg?
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 20 regular apartments in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
Cheap apartments in St. Petersburg have an average cost of $769 which is $5,105 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Petersburg.
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