Cheap Homes for Rent in Greater South Central Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL from $800 (52 Rentals)

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property at 109 18th Ave S

$950

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$950
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$950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

109 18th Ave S, Unit 5

109 18th Ave S
St. PetersburgFL33705
property at 105 7th Ave N

$1,150 - $1,295

Studio Rentals

Available Now

105 7th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33701
property at 2134 2ND Ave N

$1,295

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$1,145
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$150
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$1,295

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2134 2ND Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33713

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property at 3927 6th St S

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3927 6th St S

St. PetersburgFL33705
property at 725 Jackson St N

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 1

725 Jackson St N

St. PetersburgFL33705

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property at 1408 7th Ave N

$1,600

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$1,600
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$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1408 7th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33705

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property at 3901 6th St S

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

3901 6th St S, Unit 4

3901 6th St S
St. PetersburgFL33705
property at 3161 4th Ave S

$1,680

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$1,680
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$1,680

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Rentals

Available Apr 7

3161 4th Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33712
property at 115 7th Ave N

$1,595 - $1,695

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

115 7th Ave N

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colony ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,150
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,180
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Palm Court Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,250
Baywalk Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Sans Souci Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,280
832 1st St N1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1,300
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsGalleon2BR,2BA$1,300
Veranda Flats1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bayou Court ApartmentsBayou2BR,2BA$2.05
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsGalleon2BR,2BA$1.24
1311 24th Ave S1311 24th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.70
Fountain Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Veranda Flats2 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.30
Sur ClubA1A1BR,1BA$2.53
Loft at Third1/1LG1BR,1BA$2.13
Baywalk Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.08
Sans Souci Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$2.13
Palm Court Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Greater South Central, St. Petersburg, FL

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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 553 Apartments for Rent in Greater South Central, FL with pricing that ranges from $949 to $14,114. There are also 236 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater South Central ranging from $818 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 $818 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,029.

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 $1,675 to $14,114, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,265 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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