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Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 13, 2026

There are currently 80325 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tampa, FL that range in price from $614 to $6,282. Outer Southeast Tampa, Southeast Tampa and West Tampa are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Tampa with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Southeast Tampa1443$1,801$750
Southeast Tampa1443$1,801$750
West Tampa705$1,676$800
Northwest Tampa643$1,410$614
North Tampa592$1,395$614
East Tampa561$2,213$795
Tampa Heights529$2,265$895
Ridgewood Park527$2,265$895
Greater West Tampa519$2,270$895
Riverside Heights516$2,200$895

Largest Available Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tampa, FL is found at New Tampa Palms in the Wachovia Bank at New Tampa neighborhood and is 1,264 square feet priced from $1,705. Tampa Woods in the Pelican Island neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,215 square feet and currently listed start at $1,525. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Tampa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
New Tampa Palms$1.27/sq.ft. - Palm Springs1,264 Sq Ft$1,705
Tampa Woods1 BED / 1 BATH1,215 Sq Ft$1,525
Compton Place$1.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Den1,210 Sq Ft$1,525
Bainbridge BayviewA111,171 Sq Ft$2,648
MAA Rocky PointTraditional 1x1 758-1109 SF1,109 Sq Ft$1,755

Cheapest Available Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 13, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tampa, FL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Small Model starting from $845 at Riverside Palms in the East Tampa neighborhood. The second most affordable Tampa 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bath - A1 Model at Bella Mar Apartment Homes starting at $899 in the University Square neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Tampa is currently $1,798. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Tampa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Riverside Palms1 Bedroom 1 Bath Small$845
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A1$899
Miles at YborThe Murphy Co-Living Suite$900
Countrywood1 Bed 1 Bath$999
Lago Bello Apartment Homes1 Bedroom/1 Bath$999
Verra North1 Bedroom 1 Bath$999
The Wave Apartments1SRH$999
Oasis at Ballast Point1x1 Premium$999
Garden TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment$1,019
Parc Place Villas1/1 M$1,049

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Tampa Overview

Off the coast of western Florida sits the city of Tampa, the county seat of Hillsborough County and one of the largest cities in the state. Being a fun city with great weather and plenty to do all year long makes this city a hotbed for living the good life. With a wide variety of options of apartments in Tampa, living here can be the Florida lifestyle you're looking for.

Why live in Tampa, FL?

With its beautiful beaches, warm weather and its thriving economy, Tampa apartments are one of the best locations in the South to live. The crime rate is about the average of the rest of the country, and the unemployment rate is fairly low as well, with median household incomes more than $40,000. The city is incredibly diverse, with a lot of Hispanic culture.

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Vickie • 4+ years in Tampa

September 24, 2025

Tampa is an active, vibrant, interesting, and entertaining city with plenty of opportunities for fun, adventure, education, and personal growth. It's a great place to call home.

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August 10, 2025

When you live in Tampa, you never run out of things to do. Whether you're single, married, a couple, and do or don't have kids, the city has somehting of interest for everyone for all ages.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Tampa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Tampa with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Tampa is at Riverside Palms listed at $845.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Tampa Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tampa is $1,798.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Tampa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tampa is a 1,264 square feet unit starting from $1,705 at New Tampa Palms.

What is the average size for Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Tampa is currently 694 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, we're here to provide you with all the information you need about top areas in and around Tampa that are great choices to call home.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.