
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lake Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $1,000 (31 Rentals)
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3910 E Fern St

4406 Tarpon Dr

3619 E Frierson Ave

4145 Dolphin Dr, Unit 4145

Del Rio Apartment Homes

3212 E Henry Ave
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Crown Pointe Apartments

3919 E Fern St

7213 Harney Rd

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Parc Place Villas

Brandywine Apartments

4127 Dolphin Dr

4145 Dolphin Dr
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Park Terrace

3719 Meadowbreeze Dr

7009 Waterside Dr

7193 E Bank Dr

7101 E Bank Dr

7193 E Bank Dr

7141 E Bank Dr
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Wexford Apartments

4943 E Hillsborough Ave

4409 N 36th St

7113 E Bank Dr

Rivertree Landing

7200 E Bank Dr

Cross Creek
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3811 N 54th St

5506 Pokeweed Ct

7156 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 Studio Apartments | $1,075 | $1,075 | $1,075 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $1,099 | $3,132 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,195 | $4,407 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,623 | $1,478 | $6,038 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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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 Crown Pointe Apartments priced from $1,100. Parc Place Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,249. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Parc Place Villas | Spacious 2 Bed / 1 Bath in Tampa – Just $1,249/mo! | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,286 |
| Cross Creek | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,291 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Wexford Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,327 |
| The Rio Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, FL
As of February 23, 2026 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 Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% Model at Wexford Apartments starting at $1,327 with a $1.35 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 |
| Wexford Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 5502 Pokeweed Ct, Unit C | 5502 Pokeweed Ct | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Cross Creek | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 2/2-PL | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Silver Oaks | Sage | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 5301 E 18th Ave, Unit Apt B | 5301 E 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Parc Place Villas | 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tampa – Just $1,250/mo! | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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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 Crown Pointe Apartments which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $1,790.
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 3 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 $1,644 which is $146 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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