
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Big Bayou Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $695 (25 Rentals)
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2609 4th St S

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The Astoria - Sabal

2421 11th St S

2227 Highland St S
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1101 13th Ave S
Big Bayou, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Big Bayou?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bayou Studio Apartments | $1,097 | $995 | $1,200 |
| Big Bayou 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $1,200 | $2,120 |
| Big Bayou 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $1,195 | $2,520 |
| Big Bayou 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,720 | $1,600 | $3,840 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Big Bayou Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Big Bayou Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Big Bayou area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at The Astoria - Sabal priced from $1,200. 1717 Grove St S has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Big Bayou apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Astoria - Sabal | 0BD - 1BTH | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1717 Grove St S | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Sabal Palms LLC | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Lake Maggiore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Bayou, FL
As of September 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Big Bayou area is the $1.70 price per square foot 1311 24th Ave S Model at 1311 24th Ave S in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Big Bayou apartment is the A1 Model at Lake Maggiore starting at $2,020 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Bayou apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 24th Ave S | 1311 24th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Lake Maggiore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Sabal Palms LLC | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1717 Grove St S | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| The Astoria - Sabal | 0BD - 1BTH | Studio ,1BA | $3.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Big Bayou Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Bayou Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Bayou Apartment is $1,200 at 1717 Grove St S.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Big Bayou Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Big Bayou is starting from $1,800 at Sabal Palms LLC.
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