
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Plaza Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $400 (63 Rentals)
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1201 22nd Ave S

986 22nd Ave S

Pinewood

1310 28th St N

1316 12th St S

The Wayland

1215 Melrose Ave S

1743 Russell St S
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1225 1/2 27th St N

Lakeside

Booker Creek Apartments

1903 7th Ave S

Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE

820 8th Ave S

1771 Russell St S

Nordica Flats

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2227 Highland St S

861-863 22nd Ave S

2219 Highland St S

Nordica Village

2411 1/2 51st St S

2413 Burlington Ave N

4133 3rd Ave N

220 38th St N
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Fountain Court Apartments

5036 22nd Ave N

2315 1st Ave N

2350 1st Ave N, Unit cottage/apartment

Tropical Breeze Apartments

1921 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N

Veranda Flats

2102 14th St S

520 15th St N

3935 18th Ave S
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2344 1st Ave N, Unit Small Charming Getaway

3485 16th Ave S

1830 48th St S

305 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S

305 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S

The Plantation Inn
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Central Plaza, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,872 | $1,025 | $2,825 |
| Central Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,000 | $4,615 |
| Central Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,284 | $1,195 | $4,975 |
| Central Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,674 | $1,417 | $6,400 |
| Central Plaza 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $3,685 | $3,685 |
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Cheapest Available Central Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Plaza area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at The Wayland priced from $1,166. Lakeside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Central Plaza apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wayland | Studio West Tower Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,166 |
| Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Waverly | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Wildwood Apartments | Model A | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Fountain Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments | 1/1LG | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Veranda Flats | Luxe 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Plaza, FL
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Plaza 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 Central Plaza apartment is the C1 Model at Booker Creek Apartments starting at $2,209 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Melrose-Mercy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Plaza 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 |
| Booker Creek Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Nordica Village | Vinoy | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1701 14th St S, Unit A | 1701 14th St S | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1715 14th St S, Unit 1715 14th St S | 1715 14th St S | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The Waverly | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Fountain Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2/1RH | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 568 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S, Unit 307 | 568 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Wildwood Apartments | Model A | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Plaza Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Plaza?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Plaza is under $1,545.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Central Plaza is Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Central Plaza costs $5,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Plaza?
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 25 regular apartments in Central Plaza 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 Central Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Central Plaza have an average cost of $153 which is $5,297 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Plaza.
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