
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater South Central Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL from $400 (80 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Greater South Central area of St. Petersburg.


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2450 44th St S, Unit Skoolie

1201 22nd Ave S

541 1/2 2nd St. N

Colony Apartments

730 4th Ave N

734 21st Ave S

The Wayland

1960 4th Ave N

1610 12th Ave S
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Lakeside

761 22nd Ave S

Baywalk Apartments

626 23rd Ave S

2025 7th St S

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2344 1st Ave N

820 8th Ave S

Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE

750 7th Ave N

4018 6th St S
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2227 Highland St S

832 1st St N

652 East Harbor Dr S

1363 1/2 15th St S

326 6th Ave N

2219 Highland St S

Veranda Flats

The Avalon - Sabal

Wild Woods Apartment

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2475 18th Ave S

2904 Emerson Ave S

2920 Emerson Ave S

944 18th Ave S

520 15th St N

986 22nd Ave S

650 East Harbor Dr S

2475 18th Ave S

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The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments

1320 18th Ave S
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2235 1st Ave N, Unit 4 - Fully Furnished

3601 6th St S

Tropical Breeze Apartments

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

2242 23rd Ave S

935 Union St S

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

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130 17th St N

2544 16th Ave S

Elements on Third
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Greater South Central, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater South Central Studio Apartments | $1,907 | $1,025 | $4,802 |
| Greater South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,364 | $949 | $6,658 |
| Greater South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,330 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Greater South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,244 | $1,675 | $10,000+ |
| Greater South Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,793 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater South Central Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Greater South Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater South Central area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Colony Apartments priced from $1,150. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable Greater South Central apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Lakeside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Baywalk Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Sans Souci Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| 832 1st St N | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Galleon | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Veranda Flats | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater South Central, FL
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater South Central area is the $2.05 price per square foot Bayou Model at Bayou Court Apartments in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Greater South Central 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 Greater South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Court Apartments | Bayou | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Galleon | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 1311 24th Ave S | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Fountain Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Veranda Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Sur Club | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Loft at Third | 1/1LG | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Baywalk Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Sans Souci Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater South Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Greater South Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Greater South Central is under $1,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater South Central?
The cheapest apartment in Greater South Central is The Wayland which is listed at $1,247, while the average apartment in Greater South Central costs $10,793.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater South Central?
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 35 regular apartments in Greater South Central 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 Greater South Central?
Cheap apartments in Greater South Central have an average cost of $161 which is $10,632 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater South Central.
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