Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL from $400 (108 Rentals)

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2034 Auburn St S, Unit 1
$850
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$850
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2034 Auburn St S, Unit 1

2034 Auburn St SSt. Petersburg, FL 33712
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2443 4th Ave N, Unit Upper
$1,150
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$1,150
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$1,150
Studio Apartment Available Apr 1

2443 4th Ave N, Unit Upper

2443 4th Ave NSt. Petersburg, FL 33713
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property at 730 4th Ave N

$1,175 - $1,200

Studio Rentals

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730 4th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33701

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property at 734 21st Ave S

$1,200 - $1,550

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734 21st Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33705
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731 10th St N
$1,265
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$1,265
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$1,265
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731 10th St N

731 10th St NSt. Petersburg, FL 33705
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2344 1st Ave N
$1,285 - $1,485
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$1,285 - $1,485
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$1,285 - $1,485
Studio Apartment Available Mar 1

2344 1st Ave N

2344 1st Ave NSt. Petersburg, FL 33713
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property at 2219 Highland St S

$1,300 - $1,700

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2219 Highland St S

St. PetersburgFL33705
property at 2315 1st Ave N

$1,350 - $1,700

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2315 1st Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33713
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The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments
$1,450 - $1,700
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$1,205 - $1,455
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$1,450 - $1,700
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The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments

266 7th Ave NESt. Petersburg, FL 33701
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The Corvette Apartments
$1,595 - $1,795
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$1,595 - $1,795
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The Corvette Apartments

551 12th Ave NESt. Petersburg, FL 33701
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property at 944 18th Ave S

$1,595

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944 18th Ave S

St. PetersburgFL33705

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University Park, St. Petersburg, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at San Rafael Apartments priced from $1,195. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San Rafael Apartments24Studio,1BA$1,195
The WaylandStudio West Tower DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,245
Sans Souci Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,280
Nordica FlatsA21BR,1BA$1,299
Wild Woods ApartmentAmazing prices and location!2BR,2BA$1,395
Veranda FlatsLuxe 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,445

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL

As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $2.72 price per square foot B1 Model at Beacon 430 in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $2,851. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 1311 24th Ave S Model at 1311 24th Ave S starting at $1,750 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beacon 430B12BR,2BA$2.72
1311 24th Ave S1311 24th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.70
Booker Creek ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.74
Veranda FlatsLuxe 2 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.37
Sans Souci Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1.83
Gallery 3100Picasso1BR,1BA$2.84
932 Newton Ave S, Unit 12932 Newton Ave S1BR,1BA$2.08
The Corvette Apartments1 Bed Classic1BR,1BA$2.90
Nordica FlatsA11BR,1BA$2.57
731 10th St N731 10th St N1BR,1BA$2.81

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University Park, Saint Petersburg, FL

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Saint Petersburg. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Park is under $1,445.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?

The cheapest apartment in University Park is Sans Souci Apartments which is listed at $1,280, while the average apartment in University Park costs $10,406.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park?

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 26 regular apartments in University Park 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 University Park?

Cheap apartments in University Park have an average cost of $146 which is $10,260 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.

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