
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carolyn Estates Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (73 Rentals)
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8716 N 15th St

1504 E 99th Ave

10906 N Oakleaf Ave

Bella Mar Apartment Homes

Rosewood

Vista Palms

Shadow Pines

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1705 E Kirby St, Unit A

Windsor Manor
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9601 N Rome Ave

Haven at Waters Edge

8112 N Mulberry St, Unit 1

8112 N Mulberry St, Unit 5

Palms at Humphrey

Belara Lakes

Viva Tampa

Regency Square Apartments

12401 N 15th St, Unit Cinnamon Cove - 1 Bedroom
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1302 Morris Park

11125 N 21st St

1311 Baywatch Loop

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Palm Square

7903 N 13th St

Azure East

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The Park on Waters

921 E Poinsettia Ave

8218 N Elmer St

Innovo Living On Waters

Oak Chase Apartments

1404 College Park Ct

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Hamilton Point on Egypt Lake

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Lexington Court

1726 E Idell St

9328 N Ashley St
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8118 N Alaska St

12703 N 15th St

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Haley Park

Lowry Apartments

1254 E 113th Ave

2010 E Waters Ave

Pine Crest

Columbia Oaks Apartments

9803 N 11th St
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Carolyn Estates, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carolyn Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolyn Estates Studio Apartments | $1,173 | $762 | $1,925 |
| Carolyn Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $850 | $2,285 |
| Carolyn Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $940 | $2,780 |
| Carolyn Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,499 | $2,620 |
| Carolyn Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $1,842 | $1,842 |
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Cheapest Available Carolyn Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carolyn Estates area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Bella Mar Apartment Homes priced from $850. Rosewood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Carolyn Estates apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1R | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Rosewood | EFF | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Shadow Pines | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $940 |
| Vista Palms | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Haven at Waters Edge | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,028 |
| Palms at Humphrey | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Belara Lakes | Crane | 1BR,1BA | $1,083 |
| Regency Square Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Viva Tampa | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolyn Estates, FL
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carolyn Estates area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4x2 Model at Spanish Trace in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $1,752. The second greatest value Carolyn Estates apartment is the $1500 IN FREE RENT | $500 OFF AUGUST, SEPTEMBER... Model at Palm Flats Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carolyn Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Trace | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Palm Flats Apartments | $1500 IN FREE RENT | $500 OFF AUGUST, SEPTEMBER... | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Deerpath on the Lake | The Sabal | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Uptown Palms Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Shadow Pines | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Palms at Humphrey | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Windsor Manor | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Belara Lakes | Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Regency Square Apartments | 1/1PL | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carolyn Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Carolyn Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carolyn Estates is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carolyn Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Carolyn Estates is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Carolyn Estates costs $1,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carolyn Estates?
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 38 regular apartments in Carolyn Estates 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 Carolyn Estates?
Cheap apartments in Carolyn Estates have an average cost of $653 which is $697 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carolyn Estates.
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