
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Bay Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL from $700 (60 Rentals)
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The Meadows

Shoreline Pointe Apartments

Rio Vista Village

Zura Bay

Vantage Point Condominiums

Lincoln Shores Apartments

209 Northwest Jefferson Cir N

Inlet Bay at Gateway

Bridgewater Luxury Rentals
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Marisol Vista Apartment Homes

Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve

463 76th Ave N

1512 70th Ave N

Milo Bayside

Palmera at Gandy

Trellis at the Lakes

Tortuga Pointe by ARIUM

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West Port Colony

11901 4th St N, Unit 5311
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443 90th Ave N

Bridges at Bayside

Peridot Palms

VillaDova

11538 7th Ln N, Unit 1304, Unit 1304

11566 7th Ln N

Verandahs of Brighton Bay

1245 84th Ave N, Unit B

11400 3rd St N

TGM Ibis Walk
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11901 4th St N, Unit 8102, Unit 8102

Jefferson Manor

Village Green Active 55+

Wyngate Apartments

Isles of Gateway

Hudson Commons

1303 83rd Ave N

8212 11th St N

Isle of St. Croix

1165 83rd Ave N
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452 89th Ave N

Sunlit Cove Apartments

5850 18th St N

11901 4th St N

Tamarind Bay Apartments

1001 77th Ave N

1044 82nd Terrace N

10265 Gandy Blvd N

10263 Gandy Blvd N

5920 18th St N
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Riviera Bay, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riviera Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera Bay Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $1,199 | $1,623 |
| Riviera Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $1,125 | $3,679 |
| Riviera Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,275 | $3,654 |
| Riviera Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,695 | $4,656 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riviera Bay Neighborhood of St. Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Riviera Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riviera Bay area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Shoreline Pointe Apartments priced from $1,171. Rio Vista Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here are the most affordable Riviera Bay apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Pointe Apartments | Amelia | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| Rio Vista Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Zura Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Meadows | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| Lincoln Shores Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Crescent Lane | Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Inlet Bay at Gateway | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Tamarind Bay Apartments | Windjammer I | 1BR,1BA | $1,324 |
| Marisol Vista Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
| Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riviera Bay, FL
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riviera Bay area is the $1.96 price per square foot Three Bedroom C2 Model at Peridot Palms in the in the Winston Park neighborhood starting from $2,822. The second greatest value Riviera Bay apartment is the B1 Vibe Model at Aura at 4th starting at $2,445 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Winston Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riviera Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peridot Palms | Three Bedroom C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Aura at 4th | B1 Vibe | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Tortuga Pointe by ARIUM | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Bridgewater Luxury Rentals | Marlin | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Preserve at Gateway | One Bedroom A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Inlet Bay at Gateway | Plan A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Marisol Vista Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Milo Bayside | Renovated A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Rio Vista Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riviera Bay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riviera Bay is at Zura Bay listed at $1,199.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Bay Apartment is $1,185 at Rio Vista Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riviera Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riviera Bay is starting from $1,315 at Shoreline Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Riviera Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riviera Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rio Vista Village and starts from $1,695.
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