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Greater West Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greater West Tampa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater West Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Buena Vista Apartments priced from $1,056. Legend Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable Greater West Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Buena Vista ApartmentsStudio StandardStudio,1BA$1,056
Legend Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,160
The Ava Apartments1x1 - A11BR,1BA$1,175
Dauphine ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 570 sqft1BR,1BA$1,295
Westshore Crossing1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1,299
Fernwood Grove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Canopy West River1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,391
Essex Place Luxury ApartmentsA1 Brentwood1BR,1BA$1,399
Beach FlatsA41BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater West Tampa, FL

As of October 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater West Tampa area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2216 W Woodlawn Ave Model at 2216 W Woodlawn Ave in the in the Downtown Tampa neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Greater West Tampa apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Erin Villas starting at $2,280 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater West Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2216 W Woodlawn Ave2216 W Woodlawn Ave3BR,2BA$1.82
Erin Villas2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.07
The Flats at Seminole HeightsBungalow2BR,1BA$1.78
The Legacy ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1.76
Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 746 sqft1BR,1BA$1.88
The Residences at SohoCordova1BR,1BA$1.99
Fernwood Grove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93
Essex Place Luxury ApartmentsA1 Brentwood1BR,1BA$2.13
Westshore Crossing1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.12
Legend Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.11

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Florida, including Tampa. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater West Tampa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Greater West Tampa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Greater West Tampa is under $1,399.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater West Tampa?

The cheapest apartment in Greater West Tampa is Legend Oaks which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Greater West Tampa costs $5,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater West 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 85 regular apartments in Greater West 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 Greater West Tampa?

Cheap apartments in Greater West Tampa have an average cost of $646 which is $4,854 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater West Tampa.

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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