
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Tampa.


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Downtown, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,023 | $1,450 | $5,134 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,370 | $936 | $5,643 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,313 | $1,256 | $9,220 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,111 | $1,930 | $6,869 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,115 | $1,517 | $6,813 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Miles at Ybor priced from $936. The Tempo at Encore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,420. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles at Ybor | The Murphy Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Innovo Hyde Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,479 |
| Casa Oliva | Corona | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Casa Marti | Candido | Studio,1BA | $1,507 |
| Casa Socarras | La Luz | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
| Legacy Encore | Strength | Studio,1BA | $1,594 |
| Buchman | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| The Residences at 801 East Whiting Street | Studio - 465 sq.ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,676 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, FL
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.79 price per square foot 700 S Harbour Island Blvd Model at 700 S Harbour Island Blvd, Unit unit 234 in the in the Historic Ybor neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the Deluxe One Bedroom Model at Bell Channelside starting at $1,940 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Ybor City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700 S Harbour Island Blvd, Unit unit 234 | 700 S Harbour Island Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Bell Channelside | Deluxe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Channel Club | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 760 sqft (U) | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| The Slade at Channelside | One Bedroom with Den A1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Modera Encore | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Davis Islands Apartments | 312 Danube Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Buchman | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Loft C | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Casa Pedroso | Sovereign | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Warehouse Lofts listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $936 at Miles at Ybor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,750 at Davis Islands Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bell Channelside and starts from $2,794.
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