Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay Lake Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bay Lake area of Tampa.

Windwood Oaks Apartments

Countrywood

Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes
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Deerpath on the Lake

Avion at Carrollwood
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Bay Lake, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Lake Studio Apartments | $1,097 | $908 | $1,225 |
| Bay Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $800 | $2,049 |
| Bay Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,677 | $1,349 | $2,499 |
| Bay Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $1,785 | $6,453 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bay Lake Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Bay Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bay Lake area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes priced from $1,125. Deerpath on the Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,165. Here are the most affordable Bay Lake apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Deerpath on the Lake | The Juniper | Studio,1BA | $1,165 |
| Palencia | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay Lake, FL
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bay Lake area is the $1.43 price per square foot More Expensive Model at Saint Andrews Square Townhomes in the in the West Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Bay Lake apartment is the Cypress Elite Model at The Pointe at Carrollwood starting at $1,931 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Mid Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Andrews Square Townhomes | More Expensive | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| The Pointe at Carrollwood | Cypress Elite | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Countrywood | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| MAA Belmere | The Regent | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Arbors at Carrollwood | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| MAA Carrollwood | The Aster | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Windwood Oaks Apartments | 1x1 Marathon | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Northgreen at Carrollwood | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Palencia | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Curiosity Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBay Lake, Tampa, FL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bay Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bay Lake is at Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay Lake Apartment is $1,189 at Palencia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bay Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bay Lake is starting from $1,349 at Countrywood.
What is the most affordable Bay Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bay Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Deerpath on the Lake and starts from $1,785.
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