
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avila Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (59 Rentals)
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Bella Mar Apartment Homes

The Wave Apartments

Verra North

Vista Palms

Viva Tampa

Park East

12401 N 15th St, Unit Cinnamon Cove - 1 Bedroom

12401 N 15th St, Unit 225E

12401 N 15th St, Unit 419
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Oak Chase Apartments

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Uptown Apartments

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Palm Square

1306 E 137th Ave

Lago Bello Apartment Homes

Seven Lakes at Carrollwood

Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes

1216 E 138th Ave

Avina North

13806 N 21st St
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13808 N 21st St

1218 E 138th Ave

The Grove Apartments

Sunscape Apartment Homes

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Windwood Oaks Apartments

1214 E 138th Ave

12703 N 15th St

Haley Park

The Oaks at Stone Fountain
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Columbia Oaks Apartments

Uptown 22

Tampa Commons

La Vista Oaks Apartments

Country Oaks Apartments

Shadow Pines

Uptown Sky

Palms at Sand Lake

Tampa Palms
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Oakwood Apartments

Curiosity Creek Apartments

Uptown 68

Uptown Palms Apartments

SMS 2 - 1515 E 139TH AVE

1306 E 137th Ave

Courtyard Suites and Apartments

Azure East

Fountainview Apartments

The Woodlands at North Tampa
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Avila, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avila?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avila Studio Apartments | $1,234 | $1,172 | $1,369 |
| Avila 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $999 | $1,795 |
| Avila 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,099 | $2,900 |
| Avila 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,511 | $2,600 |
| Avila 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,713 | $1,680 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Avila Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avila area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Bella Mar Apartment Homes priced from $899. Palms at Sand Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $994. Here are the most affordable Avila apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Palms at Sand Lake | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| Verra North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Wave Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Vista Palms | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Park East | Arcadia | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Viva Tampa | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Uptown Palms Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| SMS 2 - 1515 E 139TH AVE | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Oak Chase Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avila, FL
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avila area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Model at Uptown Townhomes in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Avila apartment is the 3/2 Model at Oak Chase Apartments starting at $1,511 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avila apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Townhomes | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Oak Chase Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Spanish Trace | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Royal Palm Key | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Avina North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| REVERE LANDINGS | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| SMS 2 - 1515 E 139TH AVE | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Palms at Sand Lake | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Palm Square | 1 bed 1 bath 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Verra North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avila Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Avila?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Avila is under $1,103.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Avila?
The cheapest apartment in Avila is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Avila costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Avila?
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 54 regular apartments in Avila 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 Avila?
Cheap apartments in Avila have an average cost of $701 which is $1,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Avila.
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