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843 Union St S

St. PetersburgFL33712

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property at 470 3rd St S

470 3rd St S

St. PetersburgFL33701

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Greater South Central, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

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 The Wayland priced from $1,159. Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Greater South Central apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,159
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1,199
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVEStudio1BR,1BA$1,300
Wildwood ApartmentsModel A2BR,1BA$1,300
The Avalon- SabalFirst month half off! Renovated Apartments!1BR,1BA$1,395
Fountain Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Tropical Breeze ApartmentsGalley Kitchen1BR,2BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater South Central, FL

As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater South Central 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 Greater South Central apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Fountain Court Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Westminster Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater South Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1311 24th Ave S, Unit 21311 24th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.39
Fountain Court Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.73
1715 14th St S, Unit 1715 14th St S1715 14th St S2BR,1BA$1.85
618 17th Ave S, Unit W618 17th Ave S3BR,1BA$1.99
1704 Freeman St S, Unit #11704 Freeman St S1BR,1BA$2.19
800 8th St N, Unit 1-1 mo rental One Bedroom800 8th St N1BR,1BA$2.00
3433 3rd Ave S3433 3rd Ave S2BR,1BA$1.88
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.57
Wildwood ApartmentsModel A2BR,1BA$2.17
214 19th St N, Unit 1214 19th St N1BR,1BA$2.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater South Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Greater South Central?

There are currently 558 Apartments for Rent in Greater South Central, FL with pricing that ranges from $775 to $11,853. There are also 300 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater South Central ranging from $925 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greater South Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greater South Central ranges from $925 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,837.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Greater South Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Greater South Central range from $1,800 to $11,853, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, we're here to provide you with all the information you need about top areas in and around Tampa that are great choices to call home.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.