
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ballast Point Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (9 Rentals)
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Ballast Point, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ballast Point?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballast Point Studio Apartments | $1,443 | $1,149 | $2,717 |
| Ballast Point 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $999 | $2,811 |
| Ballast Point 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $1,099 | $4,182 |
| Ballast Point 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $1,362 | $4,606 |
| Ballast Point 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $1,504 | $1,504 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ballast Point Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Ballast Point Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballast Point area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Oasis at Ballast Point priced from $999. Inertia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Ballast Point apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis at Ballast Point | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Inertia | Sparrow | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| Inertio | Sparrow | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballast Point, FL
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballast Point area is the $1.77 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Clarice Court Apartments in the in the Sun Bay South neighborhood starting from $1,591. The second greatest value Ballast Point apartment is the Sun Bay Model at Sun Bay Palms at South Tampa starting at $1,604 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Sun Bay South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballast Point apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarice Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Sun Bay Palms at South Tampa | Sun Bay | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Keystone Courtyard Apartments | 3 Bedroom/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| South Dale Villas | Dale 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Roma on Dale Mabry | Three Bedrooms One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Bay Colony Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Roma On Dale Mabry II | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Westminster Chase Apartments | Semi-Renovated 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Green Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Oasis at Ballast Point | 1x1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBallast Point, Tampa, FL
Ranked #177
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Ballast Point, Tampa, and the greater Tampa area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Ballast Point Neighborhood in Tampa, FL
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballast Point Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ballast Point?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ballast Point is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ballast Point?
The cheapest apartment in Ballast Point is Oasis at Ballast Point which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Ballast Point costs $2,897.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ballast Point?
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 15 regular apartments in Ballast Point 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 Ballast Point?
Cheap apartments in Ballast Point have an average cost of $527 which is $2,370 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ballast Point.
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