
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bear Creek Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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Pinewood

Total Monthly Price
570 34th St N, Unit 111, Unit 111

570 34th St N, Unit 114

5901 Fairfield Ave S

Total Monthly Price
4126 35th Ave N, Unit Apartment, Unit Apartment

Lakeside

Dover Apartments
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Nautica Apartments

The Drake at St. Pete

Lakeshore Apartments

1700 Park St N, Unit 22

1700 Park St N, Unit 24

Veranda Flats

Fountain Court Apartments

3435 3rd Ave N, Unit Loft at Third - 1 Bedroom
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555 62nd St S

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4767 1st Ave N, Unit #B, Unit #B

1700 Park St N, Unit 106

5991 Fairfield Ave S

Le Mans Apartments

6042 1st Ave S, Unit 31, Unit 31

673 59th St S

Bay Pointe Tower
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7261 Bay St, Unit 5

7261 Bay St, Unit 6

7261 Bay St, Unit 2

7261 Bay St, Unit 3

1806 57th St S, Unit 1806 1/2 57th St. S., Gulfport FL 33714

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6835 Blind Pass Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

Sailpointe Apartments

Waters Pointe
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7261 Bay St, Unit 7
Bear Creek, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bear Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Studio Apartments | $1,448 | $1,120 | $2,400 |
| Bear Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $1,095 | $2,478 |
| Bear Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,300 | $3,150 |
| Bear Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,211 | $2,124 | $7,028 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bear Creek Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Bear Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bear Creek area of St. Petersburg, FL is a Studio unit found at Lakeside priced from $1,200. Dover Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Bear Creek apartments for rent in St. Petersburg, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Dover Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Nautica Apartments | The Stern | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| Bay Pointe Tower | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Galleon | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Veranda Flats | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| Fountain Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Drake at St. Pete | Kenwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bear Creek, FL
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bear Creek area is the $2.27 price per square foot 7225 Boca Ciega Dr Model at 7225 Boca Ciega Dr, Unit 8 in the in the Corey Ave Bsa neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bear Creek apartment is the Galleon Model at Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Bayview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bear Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7225 Boca Ciega Dr, Unit 8 | 7225 Boca Ciega Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Galleon | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| The Drake at St. Pete | Imperial | 3BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| 1604 58th St S, Unit E | 1604 58th St S | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Waters Pointe | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Fountain Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 4767 1st Ave N, Unit #B | 4767 1st Ave N | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Veranda Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 4126 35th Ave N, Unit Apartment | 4126 35th Ave N | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Dover Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBear Creek, Saint Petersburg, FL
Ranked #98
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bear Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bear Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bear Creek is under $1,449.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bear Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Bear Creek is Dover Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Bear Creek costs $2,282.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bear Creek?
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 14 regular apartments in Bear Creek that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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