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Tampa's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Tampa and the best places to live with original content written by our Tampa, FL Local Expert Vickie Ferguson

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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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Captiva Club Apartments
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$1,215 - $2,350
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Captiva Club Apartments

4401 Club Captiva DrTampa, FL 33615
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Lighthouse Bay
$1,215 - $2,000
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Lighthouse Bay

5055 S Dale Mabry HwyTampa, FL 33611
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Viridian Apartments
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$1,222 - $2,306
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Viridian Apartments

12702 University Club DrTampa, FL 33612
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St. James Crossing
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$1,225 - $2,630
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St. James Crossing

5620 Tranquility Oaks DrTampa, FL 33624
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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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Hanley Place
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$1,255 - $1,955
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$1,255 - $1,955
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Hanley Place

7315 W Hanna AveTampa, FL 33634
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Audubon Village
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$1,275 - $1,905
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$1,275 - $1,905
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Audubon Village

5830 Memorial HwyTampa, FL 33615
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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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Vickie • 4+ years in Tampa

July 12, 2026

Tampa stands out as an up-and-coming city with opportunities for employment in healthcare, technology, and much more. The vibrant vibe combined with its intriguing history and plethora of activities, entertainment, excellent schools, and medical facilities make Tampa the place you'll want to call home.

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.

Vickie • 4+ years in Tampa

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 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 $913.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa?

The cheapest apartment in Tampa is 4611 N Hubert Ave which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Tampa costs $1,911.

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 17,853 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 $500 which is $1,411 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa.

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