
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lake Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Lake area of Tampa.


4811 E Curtis St

3619 E Frierson Ave

4406 Tarpon Dr

Parc Place Villas

Crown Pointe Apartments
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3919 E Fern St

Del Rio Apartment Homes

3212 E Henry Ave

1907 N 49th St

Brandywine Apartments
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5312 Roberta Ln

4139 Dolphin Dr

3611 E Frierson Ave

4145 Dolphin Dr
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7193 E Bank Dr

7193 E Bank Dr

7502 Needle Leaf Pl

1907 N 49th St

7101 E Bank Dr
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7150 E Bank Dr

7169 E Bank Dr
East Lake, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $1,049 | $2,548 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $1,150 | $3,234 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $1,478 | $5,647 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lake Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available East Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lake area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Place Villas priced from $1,049. Crown Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Place Villas | 1/1 M | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Wexford Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,101 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,286 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Rio Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, FL
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2X1 Model at The Rio Apartments in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the 5502 Pokeweed Ct Model at 5502 Pokeweed Ct, Unit C starting at $2,000 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the East Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rio Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 5502 Pokeweed Ct, Unit C | 5502 Pokeweed Ct | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 2/2-PL | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 4512 E 10th, Unit B | 4512 E 10th | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 5301 E 18th Ave, Unit Apt B | 5301 E 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 7507 Presley Place, Unit D | 7507 Presley Place | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Wexford Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Parc Place Villas | 1/1M - K Building | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Lake, Tampa, FL
Ranked #378
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Lake, Tampa, FL
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Getting Around the East Lake Neighborhood in Tampa, FL
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is Parc Place Villas which is listed at $1,049, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $1,775.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lake?
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 2 regular apartments in East Lake 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 East Lake?
Cheap apartments in East Lake have an average cost of $889 which is $886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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