Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL Under $1,200 (33 Rentals)

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Fountains at Falkenburg
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$1,111 - $1,999
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Fountains at Falkenburg

4409 Tuscany Glen CirTampa, FL 33619
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Union on Fletcher
$1,085 - $1,890
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Union on Fletcher

3600 E Fletcher AveTampa, FL 33613
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Vue Tampa
$764 - $929
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Vue Tampa

5610 Graduate CirTampa, FL 33617
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Sabal Palm
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Sabal Palm

3602 Carrollwood PlTampa, FL 33624
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Curiosity Creek Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Curiosity Creek Apartments

102 Curiosity Creek LnTampa, FL 33612
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Bay Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Oaks

2921 W Santiago StTampa, FL 33629
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Campus Club North
4 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Club North

5651 E Fletcher AveTampa, FL 33617
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Forest Lake
$734 - $1,775
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$734 - $1,775
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Forest Lake

15115 Livingston AveLutz, FL 33559
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Isles of Gateway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Isles of Gateway

10600 4th St NSt. Petersburg, FL 33716
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Mango Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mango Terrace

3818 Lemon AveSeffner, FL 33584
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Tampa's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Lakewood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Apartments

1651 Lake Meadow Cir SBrandon, FL 33510
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Tampa, FL Local Guide

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

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tampa

How much are Studio apartments in Tampa?

There are currently 578 Studio Apartments in Tampa with rent ranges from $753 to $5,752 with an average price of $6,426.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Tampa Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Tampa ranges from $795 to $5,791 with an average monthly rent of $1,816.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Tampa cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Tampa range from $809 to $8,195. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,192.

How expensive are Tampa Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 494 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Tampa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $11,264 - averaging $2,590 for the location.

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.

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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.