Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL from $300 (28 Rentals)

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Campus Club North
4 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Club North

5651 E Fletcher AveTampa, FL 33617
Student Housing
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Deciding Between a Student Apartment or a Dorm?

If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.

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Malibu Apartments
4 Bedroom Apartments

Malibu Apartments

11711 N 50th StTampa, FL 33617
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The Standard at Tampa
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

The Standard at Tampa

2850 University Square DrTampa, FL 33612
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Aspen Heights Tampa
4 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Heights Tampa

3020 Cove Bend DrTampa, FL 33613
Student Housing

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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55 / 100

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56 / 100

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30 / 100

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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 $1,039.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa?

The cheapest apartment in Tampa is Garden Terrace which is listed at $924, while the average apartment in Tampa costs $4,419.

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 8,202 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 $656 which is $3,763 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.