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property at 2025 7th St S

$875 - $1,275

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2025 7th St S

St. PetersburgFL33705

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property at 105 7th Ave N

$1,295 - $1,650

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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105 7th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33701

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property at 2168 8th Ave N

$1,295

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2168 8th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33713
property at 5357 81st St N

$1,300 - $1,450

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5357 81st St N

St. PetersburgFL33709
property at 1131 Queen St N

$1,300 - $2,095

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1131 Queen St N

St. PetersburgFL33713
property at 3315 58th Ave S

$1,325 - $1,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3315 58th Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33712
property at 1400 Gandy Blvd N

$1,339 - $1,950

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1400 Gandy Blvd N

St. PetersburgFL33702

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property at 333 9th Ave N

$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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333 9th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33701

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St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL

Pricing Updated: 01/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the St. Petersburg, FL area range in price from $745 to $25,500 with an overall median price of $5,239. The three St. Petersburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Roser Park at $1,400, Campbell Park at $875, and Skyway Marina District at $1,200. 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
Roser Park$1,875$1,40010
Campbell Park$2,537$87549
Skyway Marina District$2,600$1,2006
Central Oak Park$2,872$1,09512
Edgemoor$3,000$1,1504
Jungle Prada$3,000$3,0001
Lakewood$3,070$1,52519
Azalea$3,100$1,6956
Allendale$3,200$1,21513
Bear Creek$3,220$1,35014

Cheapest Available St. Petersburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Petersburg, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments in the Bayview neighborhood priced from $949. Osprey Pointe in the Bayview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Petersburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$949
Osprey Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Whitehall Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Pinewood1 x 11BR,1BA$1,095
Crossings at 66thOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
St. Charles RowA11BR,1BA$1,120
Booker Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Income Restricted2BR,2BA$1,125
Atlas at Bay Point1x1 - SM1BR,1BA$1,125
Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,180

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL

As of January 26, 2026 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 2/1 Renovated Villa Model at Mariner Village Apartments starting at $1,875 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Cross Bayou 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
Mariner Village Apartments2/1 Renovated Villa2BR,1BA$1.56
1701 14th St S, Unit A1701 14th St S2BR,1BA$1.23
Milano2 Bedroom 1 Bath Standard2BR,1BA$1.33
Bardmoor Villas2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.57
Bardmoor PointeTwo Bedroom One Bath w/ washer and dryer2BR,1BA$1.42
The Waverly2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.35
Allston Lakes ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.49
Marisol Vista Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.57
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.24

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Tampa Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect Tampa Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Petersburg

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

There are currently 1676 Apartments for Rent in St. Petersburg, FL with pricing that ranges from $949 to $15,233. There are also 1030 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Petersburg ranging from $800 to $25,000.

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 $800 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,301.

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 $1,445 to $15,024, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,930 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.