
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Oaks Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL from $600 (107 Rentals)
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1700 Russell St S, Unit 1701-3

3535 17th Ave S

Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments

2345 11th St S

2609 4th St S

2255 1st Ave N

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1846 2nd Ave N, Unit 1846

3815 1st Ave N

223 35th St N
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1727 45th St S

1919 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S

2421 1/2 Burlington Ave N

626 23rd Ave S

Mirror Lake Apartments

2227 Highland St S

936 23rd Ave S, Unit 936

2219 Highland St S

Burlington Post II
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Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments

986 22nd Ave S

962 19th Ave S

1799 Russell St S

The Wayland

The Portland

1931 7th St S

3458 14th Ave S, Unit 3458

3458 14th Ave S, Unit 3460

1915 Fairfield Ave S
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Caprice Apartments

800 15th Ave S

2323 12th St S

Tropical Breeze Apartments

3740 19th Ave S, Unit A

1701 14th St S

3016 3rd Ave N

Vantage St. Pete

3421 4th Ave S

2501 7th St S
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3860 Burlington Ave N

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1311 24th Ave S

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Sole on Central

2518 5th St S

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130 17th St N, Unit Urban Oasis

Delmar 745

Lakeside Colony Apartments

114 7th St N

Prince Gregor Apartments

Pennsylvania
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Highland Oaks, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,939 | $995 | $3,160 |
| Highland Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $949 | $4,210 |
| Highland Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Highland Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,621 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
| Highland Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,345 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 107 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Oaks Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Highland Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Oaks area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments priced from $949. St. Pete Gardens - Sabal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Highland Oaks apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Caravel | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| St. Pete Gardens - Sabal | St. Pete Gardens - Sabal 0BD-1BTH | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Rose - Sabal | Rose - Sabal Palm 0BD-1BTH | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Burlington Post II | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,206 |
| Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath Apartment with 870 Square Feet... | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Mirror Lake Apartments | 1 br | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,307 |
| Loft at Third | 1/1LG | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Oaks, FL
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Oaks area is the $1.70 price per square foot 1311 24th Ave S Model at 1311 24th Ave S in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Highland Oaks apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Portland starting at $1,649 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 24th Ave S | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Portland | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 4525 29th Ave S | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Enclave at Sabal Pointe Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath Renovate Apartment with 780 Sq... | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Caravel | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Burlington Post II | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Loft at Third | 1LRH | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Fully Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Mirror Lake Apartments | 1 br | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1846 2nd Ave N, Unit 1846 | 1846 2nd Ave N | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Oaks is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Oaks is Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Highland Oaks costs $2,394.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Oaks?
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 Highland Oaks 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 Highland Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Highland Oaks have an average cost of $284 which is $2,110 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Oaks.
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