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property at 520 11th Ave N

520 11th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33701

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property at 321 24th Ave N

321 24th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33704
property at 917 30th Ave N

917 30th Ave N

St. PetersburgFL33704

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property at 470 3rd St S

470 3rd St S

St. PetersburgFL33701

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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 Northbay Villas priced from $1,295. Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedrooms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northbay VillasStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,295
Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedrooms1/1LG1BR,1BA$1,510
Shores Apartments, LtdThree Bedroom / Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1,537
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,549
Hideout ParkQueen1BR,1BA$1,600
Veranda FlatsLuxe 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,650
Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVEStudio1BR,1BA$1,650
Melrose Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,699
Casa Nina ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.39 price per square foot 1311 24th Ave S Model at 1311 24th Ave S, Unit 2 in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the Three Bedroom / Two Bathroom Model at Shores Apartments, Ltd starting at $1,537 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Bayview 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.
1311 24th Ave S, Unit 21311 24th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.39
Shores Apartments, LtdThree Bedroom / Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.29
The ExchangeB22BR,2BA$2.21
Kentucky 1414Home2BR,1BA$1.63
1715 14th St S, Unit 1715 14th St S1715 14th St S2BR,1BA$1.68
618 7th Ave N, Unit A618 7th Ave N2BR,1BA$2.38
Booker Creek ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$2.06
The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.09
Kentucky 540Home2BR,1BA$2.11
Loft at Third Apartments | Renovated 1 & 2 Bedrooms1SRH1BR,1BA$2.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park?

There are currently 650 Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL with pricing that ranges from $995 to $11,437. There are also 262 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park ranging from $950 to $17,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Park ranges from $950 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,278.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Park range from $1,895 to $11,437, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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