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Cheap Apartments in Tampa.


12703 N 15th St

Tampa Park Apartments

Green Oaks Apartments

Haley Park

Woodridge At Carrollwood

Manhattan Place Apartments

USF Gardens

Renaissance at West River

Tara House Apartments
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
What are amenity fees and are they optional? This guide breaks down everything you need to know about apartment amenity fees, including when you can opt out and how you might be able to lower your rent.

Tampa Commons

Clipper Cove Apartments

La Vista Oaks Apartments

Country Oaks Apartments

Addison Park at Cross Creek Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

Lexington Court

Tampa Palms

Park Terrace

Curiosity Creek Apartments
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.

Waterford at Cypress Lake

Uptown 68

New Life Village

Cedar Forest Apartments

Terrace Trace Apartments

Bristol Bay

Courtyard Suites and Apartments

Fountainview Apartments

13104-13108 Leisure Wood Pl

Stonehenge Village
Sun, Sand, and a Short Commute: The Renter's Guide to Tampa's Best Neighborhoods
Find the perfect Tampa apartment near where you work. Our local expert breaks down the best neighborhoods near Tampa General Hospital, USF, Raymond James, Tampa International Airport, and more.

Monterey Palms Apartments

The Woodlands at North Tampa

Sandanay Apartments

Wexford Apartments

The Gardens at Rose Harbor

Laurel Oaks

Sabal Ridge II

Concordia Village -65+ Retirement Living

13712-13716 N. 20th Street

WestShore Apartments
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Royal Palm Key

Colony House of Westshore

Willow Square

Parkview Apartments

Sabal Ridge

Camden Bay

Casablanca

Temple Acres

Palm River

210-212 S Melville Ave
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.
Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,682 | $735 | $3,298 |
| Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,810 | $600 | $9,994 |
| Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $500 | $7,995 |
| Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,621 | $649 | $9,988 |
| Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $509 | $10,000+ |
| Tampa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $890 | $1,050 |
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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 $3,435.
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 19,555 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 $519 which is $2,916 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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.