
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (212 Rentals)
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River Pines Senior Apartments 55+

3215 E Jean St

2319 E 10th Ave

1104 E Genesee St

4811 E Curtis St

1104 E Genesee St

Garden Terrace

4406 Tarpon Dr

410 E Floribraska Ave
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3511 N Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B

4306 Porpoise Dr

Armature Place

Riverside Palms

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B

2208 E 15th Ave

2807 N 21st St

803 E Lake Ave

Parc Place Villas Apartments
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3407 N Avenida Republica de Cuba

8112 N Mulberry St, Unit 5

2301 N Jefferson St, Apt 3

8427 N 39th St

Del Rio Apartment Homes

Crown Pointe Apartments

Andover Club Apartments

2914 N 10th St

4802 E Sligh Ave

8406 N Brooks St
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Puritan Place

Westshore Crossing

The Avenue Apartments

8623 N Willow Ave

The Park at Chesterfield Apartment Homes

7903 N 13th St

The River Pointe Apartments

104 E Euclid Ave, Unit JuniorSuite

1515 E 31st Ave

2704 E Columbus Dr
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Rivertree Landing

4905 N Central Ave

8723 N 48th St

8726 N 48th St

8724 N 48th St

8732 N 48th St

9418 N 50th St

4010 E Paris St

The Flats at Seminole Heights

Heritage Cove
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $735 | $4,030 |
| East Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $795 | $4,474 |
| East Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $995 | $7,995 |
| East Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| East Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,420 | $1,559 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. Garden Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $868. Here are the most affordable East Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| Garden Terrace | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $868 |
| Riverside Palms | Kona | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| 2301 N Jefferson St, Apt 3 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Andover Club Apartments | Studio - Partially Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Mirela North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| The Park at Valenza | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Grande Oaks | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,149 |
| Westshore Crossing | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tampa, FL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Tampa area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3 Model at Laurel Oaks in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,798. The second greatest value East Tampa apartment is the 2X1 Model at The Rio Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the East Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Oaks | 3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.50 |
| The Rio Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cross Creek | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Grove at Temple Terrace Apartments | 2BR - 1BTH Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Meridian Pointe Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Grande Oaks | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Parc Place Villas Apartments | 2BR - 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Park at Chesterfield Apartment Homes | THE ASPEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Tampa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Tampa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Tampa is at Garden Terrace listed at $868.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Tampa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Tampa Apartment is $979 at Garden Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Tampa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Tampa is starting from $753 at Columbus Court.
What is the most affordable East Tampa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Tampa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grande Oaks and starts from $1,304.
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