
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay Lake Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (27 Rentals)
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Countrywood

Deerpath on the Lake

Seven Lakes at Carrollwood

Palencia

Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes
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Waterstone at Carrollwood

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Avion at Carrollwood

MAA Carrollwood

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Lakes of Northdale Apartments

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The Pointe at Carrollwood

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Arbors at Carrollwood

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Northgreen at Carrollwood

2110 Seaman Rd

The Park at Palermo Apartments

13731 Juniper Blossom Dr

13725 Juniper Blossom Dr

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13828 Orange Sunset Dr

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13760 Orange Sunset Dr
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 | $1,230 | $999 | $1,364 |
| Bay Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $800 | $2,504 |
| Bay Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $1,339 | $2,847 |
| Bay Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $1,692 | $6,892 |
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There are currently 27 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 Deerpath on the Lake priced from $1,130. Curiosity Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Bay Lake apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deerpath on the Lake | The Juniper | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Curiosity Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Palencia | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| Park at Lake Magdalene Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Windwood Oaks Apartments | 1x1 Marathon | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Northgreen at Carrollwood | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Waterstone at Carrollwood | A1r | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Avion at Carrollwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,266 |
| Seven Lakes at Carrollwood | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| The Park at Palermo Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay Lake, FL
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay Lake area is the $1.85 price per square foot Bellflower Elite Model at The Pointe at Carrollwood in the in the Mid Village neighborhood starting from $1,816. The second greatest value Bay Lake apartment is the A3 Model at Arbors at Carrollwood starting at $1,566 with a $1.86 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pointe at Carrollwood | Bellflower Elite | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Arbors at Carrollwood | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| MAA Belmere | The Regent | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Lofton Place Apartments | Brighton Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| MAA Carrollwood | The Aster | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Windwood Oaks Apartments | 1x1 Marathon | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Northgreen at Carrollwood | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Seven Lakes at Carrollwood | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Palencia | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Curiosity Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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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 Deerpath on the Lake listed at $1,130.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay Lake Apartment is $1,199 at Curiosity Creek Apartments.
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 $1,339 at Palencia.
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 $1,692.
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