
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayou Shores Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $600 (30 Rentals)
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1201 22nd Ave S

2609 4th St S

986 22nd Ave S

1316 12th St S

St. Charles Row

601-603 28th Ave S
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1743 Russell St S

3927 6th St S

861-863 22nd Ave S

Atlas at Bay Point

734 21st Ave S

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1771 Russell St S

1610 12th Ave S

2227 Highland St S

2219 Highland St S

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2025 7th St S

1120 Union St S

719 20th Ave S

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1909 13th Ave S

Paradise Bayou
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Bayou Shores, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bayou Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Shores Studio Apartments | $1,116 | $1,025 | $1,220 |
| Bayou Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $1,015 | $2,240 |
| Bayou Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $1,195 | $3,620 |
| Bayou Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,739 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bayou Shores Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Bayou Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayou Shores area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Osprey Pointe priced from $1,015. St. Charles Row has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Bayou Shores apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osprey Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| St. Charles Row | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| Atlas at Bay Point | 1x1 - SM | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath Apartment with 870 Square Feet... | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Flagler Pointe Apartments | 1/1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| The Avalon- Sabal | First month half off! Renovated Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Wild Woods Apartment | Amazing prices and location! | 2BR,2BA | $1,450 |
| Lake Maggiore | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,738 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayou Shores, FL
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayou Shores 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 Bayou Shores apartment is the 1701 14th St S Model at 1701 14th St S, Unit A starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayou Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 24th Ave S, Unit 2 | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1701 14th St S, Unit A | 1701 14th St S | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Bayou Court Apartments | Bayou | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath Apartment with 870 Square Feet... | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Osprey Pointe | 1 bed 1 bath Full Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Flagler Pointe Apartments | 1/1 B E | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Atlas at Bay Point | 1x1 - SM+ | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Avalon- Sabal | Great place! Great rates! | 3BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| St. Charles Row | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayou Shores Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bayou Shores?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bayou Shores is under $1,738.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bayou Shores?
The cheapest apartment in Bayou Shores is Osprey Pointe which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Bayou Shores costs $1,897.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bayou Shores?
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 3 regular apartments in Bayou Shores 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 Bayou Shores?
Cheap apartments in Bayou Shores have an average cost of $195 which is $1,702 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bayou Shores.
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