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property at 3301 58th Ave S

3301 58th Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33712
property at 1310 28th St N

1310 28th St N

St. PetersburgFL33713

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property at 350 79th Ave N

350 79th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33702
property at 5095 Bay St NE

5095 Bay St NE

St. PetersburgFL33703

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property at 6531 72nd Ave N

6531 72nd Ave N

Pinellas ParkFL33781

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St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the St. Petersburg, FL area range in price from $895 to $20,400 with an overall median price of $5,650. The three St. Petersburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Allendale at $1,200, Midtown St Petersburg at $1,075, and Bear Creek at $1,095. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Petersburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Allendale$1,862$1,2003
Midtown St Petersburg$1,950$1,07518
Bear Creek$2,366$1,09583
Lakewood$2,403$1,09540
Gandy$2,463$1,26566
Weedon Island$2,510$1,265130
Mangrove Bay$2,699$1,231135
Central Oak Park$2,712$1,20013
Tyrone Park$2,733$1,21740
Azalea Homes$2,734$1,09585

Cheapest Available St. Petersburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Petersburg, FL is a Studio unit found at Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Townhomes in the Bayview neighborhood priced from $1,065. The Wayland in the Highland Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,119. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Petersburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,065
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,119
Booker Creek ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1,125
St. Charles RowA21BR,1BA$1,179
Osprey Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,180
The Drake at St. PeteSakonnetStudio,1BA$1,186
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1,199
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,231

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg apartment is the 1701 14th St S Model at 1701 14th St S, Unit A starting at $1,400 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Petersburg 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
1701 14th St S, Unit A1701 14th St S2BR,1BA$1.27
Bardmoor PointeTwo Bedroom One Bath w/ washer and dryer2BR,1BA$1.63
The Waverly2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.48
Oak Manor ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Belcher Park Apartments-Rent Specials Offered2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.66
CasaDova ApartmentsJay2BR,1BA$1.72
Lakeshore Apartments2 Bed Room 2 Bath2BR,1BA$1.69
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.50
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Petersburg

What type of rentals are currently available in St. Petersburg?

There are currently 1662 Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL with pricing that ranges from $895 to $17,700. There are also 1167 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Petersburg ranging from $900 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Petersburg?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Petersburg ranges from $900 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,736.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Petersburg?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Petersburg range from $1,417 to $17,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,985 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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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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.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.