
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paradise Island Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL from $800 (63 Rentals)
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1240 70th St N

520 70th St N

Lutheran Residences of South Pasadena

520 70th St N

7321 Central Ave

6960 20th Ave N

6810 Stonesthrow Cir N

7261 Bay St, Unit 6

7261 Bay St, Unit 3
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7261 Bay St, Unit 2

7261 Bay St, Unit 5

Bay Pointe Tower

601 Corey Ave

7645 Sun Island Dr S, Unit 307, Unit 307

7261 Bay St, Unit 7

12127 Gulf Blvd

61 81st Ave

200 104th Ave, Unit #2

Sailpointe Apartments
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7650 Coquina Way

11315 3rd St E

11400 2nd St E

511 Plaza Seville Ct, Unit #24, Unit #24

1332 Pasadena Ave S, Unit 205, Unit 205

8850 Blind Pass Rd

7465 Bay Island Dr S, Unit Apt 316, Unit Apt 316

6931 Hibiscus Ave S

181 73rd Ave

11135 2nd St E
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350 80th Ave

11095 2nd St E

6940 Sunset Dr S

13228 3rd St E

535 68th Ave

7740 Boca Ciega Dr

7338 Coquina Way

11355 3rd St E

6755 Gulf Winds Dr

Bayside Villas
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8465 W Gulf Blvd

6950 Avenue Des Palais

Bayside Villas

680 71st Ave

500 Treasure Island Causeway

7540 Bay Island Dr S

10365 Paradise Blvd

7650 Coquina Way

Splendid unit near the beach

1316 Pasadena Ave S, Unit 204, Unit 204
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Paradise Island, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paradise Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Island Studio Apartments | $1,438 | $1,243 | $1,600 |
| Paradise Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $1,300 | $3,851 |
| Paradise Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $1,704 | $4,186 |
| Paradise Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,435 | $2,183 | $9,366 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Paradise Island Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Paradise Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Paradise Island area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at The Drake at St. Pete priced from $1,323. Bay Pointe Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,460. Here are the most affordable Paradise Island apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drake at St. Pete | Sakonnet | Studio,1BA | $1,323 |
| Bay Pointe Tower | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,460 |
| Splendid unit near the beach | Walk to the beach | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Waters Pointe | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paradise Island, FL
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paradise Island area is the $2.11 price per square foot Walk to the beach Model at Splendid unit near the beach in the in the Corey Ave Bsa neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Paradise Island apartment is the B3 Model at Waters Pointe starting at $2,355 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Corey Ave Bsa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paradise Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Splendid unit near the beach | Walk to the beach | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Waters Pointe | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| 412 73rd Ave, Unit 1 | 412 73rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 520 69th Ave, Unit 1 | 520 69th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| The Drake at St. Pete | Sakonnet | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
| Bay Pointe Tower | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleParadise Island, St. Petersburg, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paradise Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Paradise Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Paradise Island is at The Drake at St. Pete listed at $1,323.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Paradise Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Paradise Island Apartment is $1,449 at The Drake at St. Pete.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Paradise Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Paradise Island is starting from $1,895 at Splendid unit near the beach.
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