2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL Under $1,200 (56 Rentals)

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Palm Square
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$1,025 - $1,775
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$1,125 - $1,775
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Palm Square

102 E 122nd AveTampa, FL 33612
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USF Gardens
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USF Gardens

2016 E 131st AveTampa, FL 33612
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Uptown Apartments
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Uptown Apartments

2002 E 131st AveTampa, FL 33612
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Uptown Sky
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Uptown Sky

13635 N 12th StTampa, FL 33613
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12703 N 15th St
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12703 N 15th St

12703 N 15th StTampa, FL 33612
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Tampa Park Apartments
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Tampa Park Apartments

1417 Tampa Park PlzTampa, FL 33602
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Pine Crest
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Pine Crest

11302 N 15th StTampa, FL 33612
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Green Oaks Apartments
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Green Oaks Apartments

6815 Interbay BlvdTampa, FL 33616
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Uptown 68
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Uptown 68

13911 N 19th StTampa, FL 33613
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South Dale Villas
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South Dale Villas

6001 S Dale Mabry HwyTampa, FL 33611

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La Tierra Verde
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La Tierra Verde

1008 E 109th AveTampa, FL 33612
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Haley Park
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Haley Park

1510 E 130th AveTampa, FL 33612
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Shadow Pines
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Shadow Pines

12202 N 15th StTampa, FL 33612
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Columbus Court
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Columbus Court

2802 Statelite CtTampa, FL 33607
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Puritan Place
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Puritan Place

7903 Holly Lea CtTampa, FL 33617
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Skye Reserve
$1,086 - $1,833
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$1,075 - $2,069
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Skye Reserve

1918 Plantation Key CirBrandon, FL 33511
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Forest Lake
$989 - $1,009
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$734 - $1,775
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$734 - $1,775
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Forest Lake

15115 Livingston AveLutz, FL 33559
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Tampa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Tampa with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Tampa is at Columbus Court listed at $753.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Tampa Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Tampa is $2,192.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Tampa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tampa is a 1,915 square feet unit starting from $3,362 at Cortland Bayport.

What is the average size for Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Tampa is currently 1,108 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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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