
Cheap Furnished Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL from $500 (48 Rentals)
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Miles at Ybor

Cambridge Woods

12401 N 15th St, Unit 225E

12401 N 15th St, Unit 419

Oak Chase Apartments

Ascott Place Apartments

3002 W Wilder Ave, Unit 3002 w wilder

Deerpath on the Lake
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The Residences at Soho

Andover Place at Cross Creek

Summit West

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Oak Ramble

6406 Rockpointe Dr, Unit A Guest Suite in Tampa, Unit A Guest Suite in Tampa

The Addison at Tampa Oaks

Captiva Club Apartments

Inertio

The Flats at Seminole Heights
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Soho Village Apartments

Fernwood Grove Apartments

The Vintage Lofts at West End

Tampa Woods

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202 W Patterson St, Unit 202 W Patterson B, Unit 202 W Patterson B

Arbour Ponds Apartments

MAA Rocky Point

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Apella on Newport

4032 Tumble Wood Trl
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517 W Idlewild Ave, Unit GO ID1053146P

BC Tampa

5708 N Suwanee Ave

Westhaven Residence

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4134 Dolphin Dr

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14600 N Nebraska Ave, Unit 14600 -A, Unit 14600 -A

The Residences at 801 East Whiting Street

935 S Howard Ave, Unit 5

935 S Howard Ave, Unit 12
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6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-105

6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-102

6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-107

6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-113

6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-108

Lakewood Place

Inlet Bay at Gateway

Reserve at Temple Terrace

Snell Isle
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Tortuga Pointe by ARIUM

Peridot Palms

Casa Nina Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,745 | $735 | $5,542 |
| Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $795 | $5,370 |
| Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,174 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $649 | $8,247 |
| Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $509 | $10,000+ |
| Tampa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $919 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tampa is under $968.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in Tampa is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Tampa costs $4,820.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tampa?
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 21,084 regular apartments in Tampa 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 Tampa?
Cheap apartments in Tampa have an average cost of $491 which is $4,329 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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.