
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brighton Bay Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL from $1,000 (26 Rentals)
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The Meadows

Vantage Point Condominiums

Lincoln Shores Apartments

Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve

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11566 7th Ln N, Unit 1201

Inlet Bay at Gateway

Trellis at the Lakes

Palmera at Gandy

Bridges at Bayside
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Tortuga Bayside

11400 3rd St N

The Preserve at Gateway

850 S Village Dr, Unit 106

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Isles of Gateway

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11415 8th Way N

775 N Village Dr
Brighton Bay, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brighton Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Bay Studio Apartments | $1,823 | $1,260 | $2,069 |
| Brighton Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $1,125 | $2,285 |
| Brighton Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,425 | $2,864 |
| Brighton Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,529 | $1,770 | $3,594 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brighton Bay Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Brighton Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brighton Bay area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Shores Apartments priced from $1,237. Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Brighton Bay apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Shores Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Marisol Vista Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,271 |
| Tamarind Bay Apartments | Windjammer I | 1BR,1BA | $1,312 |
| Shoreline Pointe Apartments | Verde | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,328 |
| Vantage Point Condominiums | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $1,368 |
| The Meadows | 1 Bedroom Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Inlet Bay at Gateway | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| Palmera at Gandy | BRISA | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Bridges at Bayside | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,474 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton Bay, FL
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton Bay area is the $1.63 price per square foot Plan A1C Model at Inlet Bay at Gateway in the in the Brighton Bay neighborhood starting from $1,441. The second greatest value Brighton Bay apartment is the Windward Renovated Model at Bridgewater Luxury Rentals starting at $1,706 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Winston Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inlet Bay at Gateway | Plan A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Bridgewater Luxury Rentals | Windward Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Aura at 4th | A1 Ambiance | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Marisol Vista Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Meadows | 1 Bedroom Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Preserve at Gateway | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Bridges at Bayside | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Palmera at Gandy | BRISA | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Shoreline Pointe Apartments | Verde | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Bay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Bay Apartment is $1,237 at Lincoln Shores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton Bay is starting from $1,425 at Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve.
What is the most affordable Brighton Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brighton Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Shoreline Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,804.
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