Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL from $400 (226 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in St. Petersburg.

property at 2025 7th St S

2025 7th St S

St. PetersburgFL33705
property at 986 22nd Ave S

986 22nd Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33705
property at 1316 12th St S

1316 12th St S

St. PetersburgFL33705
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 5

St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

Photo of Justin Habersaat - Editing Staff
Written By:
Justin Habersaat
Editing Staff

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL

Pricing Updated: 09/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the St. Petersburg, FL area range in price from $707 to $25,000 with an overall median price of $5,798. The three St. Petersburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Skyway Marina District at $1,850, Roser Park at $1,150, and Edgemoor at $1,900. 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
Skyway Marina District$2,300$1,8505
Roser Park$2,495$1,15013
Edgemoor$2,497$1,9007
Sawgrass Lake$2,500$1,4003
Jungle Prada$2,605$2,0753
Midtown St Petersburg$2,650$70742
Mobel Americana$2,722$1,55021
Tyrone Park$2,850$1,35014
Azalea$3,100$1,4257
Long Bayou$3,100$1,30014

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 $1,000. Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Townhomes in the Bayview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,055. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Petersburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whitehall Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,055
Booker Creek ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1,125
Bridgewater Luxury RentalsChelsea1BR,1BA$1,175
St. Charles RowA21BR,1BA$1,179
Osprey Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,185
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1,199
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Nautica ApartmentsThe SternStudio,1BA$1,210
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,233

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL

As of September 28, 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 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Upgraded with 1200 Squar... Model at Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments starting at $1,669 with a $1.39 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1311 24th Ave S, Unit 21311 24th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.39
Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Upgraded with 1200 Squar...2BR,2BA$1.39
1701 14th St S, Unit A1701 14th St S2BR,1BA$1.27
Bardmoor Villas2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.58
Bardmoor PointeTwo Bedroom One Bath w/ washer and dryer2BR,1BA$1.58
The Waverly2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.48
Oak Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Inlet Bay at GatewayPlan A1C1BR,1BA$1.62
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.50
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.57

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

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.

Best Local Schools in
St. Petersburg, FL

School data provided by Great Schools

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

Explore St. Petersburg, FL Rentals by Map

Decorative image of map

See the most popular apartments and homes in St. Petersburg, FL

View Map
St. Petersburg, FL Apartments Map
View Map
St. Petersburg, FL Rental Homes Map

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®

39 / 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Petersburg?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Petersburg is at Whitehall Garden Apartments listed at $1,000.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Petersburg Apartment is $1,175 at Bridgewater Luxury Rentals.

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 $1,125 at Booker Creek Apartments.

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

The best deal on a cheap St. Petersburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Booker Creek Apartments and starts from $1,295.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa article

A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, we're here to provide you with all the information you need about top areas in and around Tampa that are great choices to call home.

decorative image for Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide article

Kansas Citys Major Employers & the Best Places to Rent Near Them | A Local Expert Guide

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

Hey, there! I’m Amber, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Kansas City, and I’m back with my recommendations for top employers in the area.

decorative image for How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money article

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

decorative image for The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters article

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.