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property at 5034 2nd Ave S

$1,195

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5034 2nd Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33707

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property at 682 37th St N

$1,550

2 Bedroom Rentals

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682 37th St N

St. PetersburgFL33713

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Mel Tan Heights, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mel Tan Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mel Tan Heights area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments priced from $949. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,163. Here are the most affordable Mel Tan Heights apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$949
The WaylandStudio West Tower DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,163
LakesideStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Lake Maggiore ApartmentsWFH 11BR,1BA$1,234
Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVEStudio1BR,1BA$1,295
The Waverly2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,299
Wildwood ApartmentsModel A2BR,1BA$1,300
Fountain Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mel Tan Heights, FL

As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mel Tan Heights 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 Mel Tan Heights apartment is the 1701 14th St S Model at 1701 14th St S, Unit A starting at $2,100 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mel Tan Heights 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$1.91
1715 14th St S, Unit 1715 14th St S1715 14th St S2BR,1BA$2.10
The Waverly2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.37
Fountain Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments2/1RH2BR,1BA$2.14
Alta Mar at Broadwater ApartmentsCaravel1BR,1BA$1.24
885 Paris Ave S, Unit B885 Paris Ave S1BR,1BA$1.71
999 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S, Unit 4999 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S2BR,1BA$2.23
Wildwood ApartmentsModel A2BR,1BA$2.17

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mel Tan Heights, Saint Petersburg, FL

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mel Tan Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Mel Tan Heights?

There are currently 412 Apartments for Rent in Mel Tan Heights, FL with pricing that ranges from $949 to $6,400. There are also 236 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mel Tan Heights ranging from $925 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mel Tan Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mel Tan Heights ranges from $925 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,451.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mel Tan Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mel Tan Heights range from $1,675 to $6,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,930 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,595.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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!