
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (87 Rentals)
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3001 E 27th Ave

2319 E 10th Ave

2329 W Spruce St

The Hyde Park Collection

3511 N Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B

2208 E 15th Ave

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B

2807 N 21st St
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Miles at Ybor

803 E Lake Ave

3407 N Avenida Republica de Cuba

2301 N Jefferson St, Apt 3

2914 N 10th St

104 E Euclid Ave

1515 E 31st Ave

2610 Durham St

2704 E Columbus Dr

The Residences at Soho
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Canopy West River Phase II

The Flats at Seminole Heights

2702 N Florida Ave

2406 E Clark St

306 Danube Ave

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2105 Bristol W Ave

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1207 E 18th Ave, Unit #2

207 N Albany Ave

205 W Amelia Ave

The Tempo at Encore
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Warehouse Lofts

Niche | Luxury Apartments

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Apella on Newport

406 W Azeele St

3515 N 35th St

2601 N 29th St

1120 E Kennedy Blvd, Unit 1217

2010 E Palm Ave, Unit 15208

Casa Marti

1105 E 28th Ave
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The Casitas & Lofts at Casa Ybor

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601 W Warren Ave, Unit 601 W Warren Apartment

Davis Islands Apartments

SkyHouse Channelside

The Trio at Encore

2109 Bayshore Blvd, Unit 506

701 S 26th St

The Residences at 801 East Whiting Street

Carlyle Flats

Buchman
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Downtown Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Tampa Studio Apartments | $2,035 | $850 | $4,393 |
| Downtown Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $895 | $5,782 |
| Downtown Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $995 | $7,995 |
| Downtown Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,055 | $1,525 | $7,019 |
| Downtown Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $1,500 | $6,560 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. 2301 N Jefferson St, Apt 3 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| 2301 N Jefferson St, Apt 3 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Flats at Seminole Heights | Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Residences at Soho | Cordova | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Casa Marti | Candido | Studio,1BA | $1,507 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tampa, FL
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tampa area is the $2.11 price per square foot Studio, 1 bath Model at 315 S Delaware Ave in the in the Historic Ybor neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Downtown Tampa apartment is the 1407 N 15th Street Model at The Casitas & Lofts at Casa Ybor starting at $1,600 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Ybor City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 315 S Delaware Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Casitas & Lofts at Casa Ybor | 1407 N 15th Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 601 W Warren Ave, Unit 601 W Warren Apartment | 601 W Warren Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Flats at Seminole Heights | Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 220 Madison Student Housing | The Bayshore: Stunning Two Bedroom Apartment w... | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Cigar Lofts | Robusto Retreat | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Residences at Soho | Biago | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Tampa, Tampa, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Tampa is under $1,507.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Tampa is The Flats at Seminole Heights which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in Downtown Tampa costs $4,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Tampa?
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 237 regular apartments in Downtown Tampa 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 Downtown Tampa?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Tampa have an average cost of $721 which is $3,454 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Tampa.
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