
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Placido Bayou Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $700 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Placido Bayou area of Saint Petersburg.


1 Bed/1 Bath - 228

Rio Vista Village

Zura Bay

1 Bed/1 Bath - 206

4338 15th St N

529 30th Ave N

Nordica Village

463 76th Ave N

Milo Bayside
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Nordica Bay

1 Bed/1 Bath - 16, Unit 16

VillaDova

442 30th Ave N, Unit 9

1051 79th Ave N, Unit 107

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3310 Jackson St N, Unit C

1921 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N

7931 2nd St N, Unit D

2 Bed/2 Bath - 9, Unit 9

Aqua 550
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1 Gorgeous Bright Space with Private Yard

Snell Isle

300 30th Ave N, Unit D

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730 1/2 24th Ave N, Unit B Upper

535 32nd Ave N

121 18th Ave N, Unit 1

468 44th Ave NE

Jefferson Manor

The Plantation Inn

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Key Plaza Apartments

1830 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N

Isle of St. Croix

Villa Rica Apartments

1701 16th St N

1001 77th Ave N

3460 Haines Rd N

776 27th Ave N

351 50th Ave N
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660 62nd Ave N

4570 Overlook Dr NE

1860 Massachusetts Ave NE

321 24th Ave N

917 30th Ave N

6360 1st St N

426 Palm Ave

Crescent Lake Apartments

4880 Locust St NE

209 NE Lincoln Cir N
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Placido Bayou, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Placido Bayou?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placido Bayou Studio Apartments | $1,436 | $1,199 | $1,905 |
| Placido Bayou 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $1,095 | $2,495 |
| Placido Bayou 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,350 | $3,259 |
| Placido Bayou 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $1,695 | $2,919 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Placido Bayou Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Placido Bayou Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Placido Bayou area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Rio Vista Village priced from $1,185. Zura Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Placido Bayou apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Vista Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Zura Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Villa Rica Apartments | Cabana | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| 1701 16th St N | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Milo Bayside | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,373 |
| Nordica Bay | A3 – 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| VillaDova | Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Nordica Village | Crescent | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Aqua 550 | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Placido Bayou, FL
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Placido Bayou area is the $2.84 price per square foot B3 Model at Arya in the in the Council of Cona neighborhood starting from $3,134. The second greatest value Placido Bayou apartment is the Renovated A1 Model at Milo Bayside starting at $1,450 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Council of Cona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Placido Bayou apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arya | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Milo Bayside | Renovated A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Aqua 550 | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Nordica Bay | A1 – 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Snell Isle | 1c1 - Key Largo | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Rio Vista Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| VillaDova | Dove | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Nordica Village | Crescent | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 3310 Jackson St N, Unit C | 3310 Jackson St N | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Zura Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePlacido Bayou, Saint Petersburg, FL
Ranked #82
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Placido Bayou Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Placido Bayou Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Placido Bayou Apartment is $1,185 at Rio Vista Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Placido Bayou Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Placido Bayou is starting from $1,375 at Rio Vista Village.
What is the most affordable Placido Bayou Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Placido Bayou Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rio Vista Village and starts from $1,695.
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