Cheap Apartments for Rent with Specials in Tampa, FL from $500 (211 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Serenity Lake Apartments
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$1,065 - $2,030
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Serenity Lake Apartments

14566 Seaford CirTampa, FL 33613
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Montierra Apartments
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$1,135 - $1,630
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Montierra Apartments

14401 N 22nd StTampa, FL 33613
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Oasis at Ballast Point
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$1,144 - $1,334
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Oasis at Ballast Point

3730 W Bay AveTampa, FL 33611
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Lighthouse Bay
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$1,200 - $2,000
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Lighthouse Bay

5055 S Dale Mabry HwyTampa, FL 33611
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Hanley Place
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$1,225 - $1,960
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Hanley Place

7315 W Hanna AveTampa, FL 33634
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Tampa Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect Tampa Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa?

The cheapest apartment in Tampa is 4611 N Hubert Ave which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in Tampa costs $4,596.

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 19,818 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 $507 which is $4,089 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa.

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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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, I'm Vickie, and welcome to Apartment Home Living. As a long-time resident of Tampa, I'm here to serve as your expert local guide in and around the city's neighborhoods that are near to local colleges and universities.

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Sun, Sand, and a Short Commute: The Renters Guide to Tampa's Best Neighborhoods

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, where you'll find information about Tampa's inviting, diverse, and community-friendly neighborhoods.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.