
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tropical Shores Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $400 (44 Rentals)
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1201 22nd Ave S

2609 4th St S

734 21st Ave S

680 22nd Ave S

1610 12th Ave S

The Wayland

761 22nd Ave S
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680 22nd Ave S

2025 7th St S

820 8th Ave S

4018 6th St S

2227 Highland St S

1363 1/2 15th St S

2219 Highland St S

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932 Newton Ave S, Unit unit 12
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The Avalon- Sabal

652 East Harbor Dr S

944 18th Ave S

986 22nd Ave S

3601 6th St S

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1320 18th Ave S

650 East Harbor Dr S
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305 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S

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130 17th St N

305 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S

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Delmar 745

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Astoria Apartments

114 7th St N
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City Place Senior

Paradise Bayou

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441 3rd St

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1761 19th St S

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Tropical Shores, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tropical Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Shores Studio Apartments | $2,026 | $1,025 | $4,850 |
| Tropical Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $875 | $6,658 |
| Tropical Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,545 | $1,195 | $10,000+ |
| Tropical Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,383 | $1,950 | $8,481 |
| Tropical Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,863 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tropical Shores Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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Cheapest Available Tropical Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tropical Shores area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes priced from $995. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,248. Here are the most affordable Tropical Shores apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,248 |
| Vantage St. Pete | Heron | Studio | Signature | Studio,1BA | $1,851 |
| Sole on Central | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Lake Maggiore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Avanti | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,052 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tropical Shores, FL
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tropical Shores area is the $2.70 price per square foot B3 Model at Beacon 430 in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $3,135. The second greatest value Tropical Shores apartment is the E-Select Model at EVO APARTMENTS starting at $3,578 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tropical Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon 430 | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| EVO APARTMENTS | E-Select | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Bayou Court Apartments | Bayou | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 1311 24th Ave S | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 357 South | 1BR/1BA - Floorplan B - 1st Ground Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Cottonwood Bayview | The Animation | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 932 Newton Ave S, Unit unit 12 | 932 Newton Ave S | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Fully Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 534 4th Ave S, Unit 2W | 534 4th Ave S | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
| The Wayland | Studio West Tower Premium | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tropical Shores Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tropical Shores?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tropical Shores is under $2,052.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tropical Shores?
The cheapest apartment in Tropical Shores is Osprey Pointe Apartment Homes which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Tropical Shores costs $10,863.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tropical Shores?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Tropical Shores that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tropical Shores?
Cheap apartments in Tropical Shores have an average cost of $185 which is $10,678 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tropical Shores.
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