
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater West Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (71 Rentals)
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3105 W Spruce St

The Ava Apartments

Legend Oaks

Buena Vista Apartments

Dauphine Apartments

Fernwood Grove Apartments

2914 N 10th St

Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment Homes

3712 W Cass St
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Westshore Crossing

1701 W Cherry St, Unit A

The Residences at Soho

111 S Newport Ave

Arbour Ponds Apartments

Canopy West River Phase II

The Legacy Apartments

Essex Place Luxury Apartments

Warehouse Lofts

712 E Floribraska Ave
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1912 W Cherry St

The Tempo at Encore

The Flats at Seminole Heights

Chateau

205 W Amelia Ave

Legacy Encore

The Trio at Encore

906 W Candlewood Ave

Apella on Newport

1105 E 28th Ave
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2322 W St John St

3909 W Cleveland St

3206 West Azeele Street, Unit #225

Niche

Edge at 1702

NAVARA

The Vintage Lofts at West End

215 S Howard Ave, Unit C

806 E Chelsea St

Casa Marti
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SkyHouse Channelside

The Residences at 801 East Whiting Street

Grady Square

2004 N Howard Ave

Pierhouse at Channelside

7th & Oak

Havana Square Apartments

806 E Chelsea St

Novel Midtown

Arabelle Riverwalk
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Greater West Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater West Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater West Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,919 | $1,000 | $3,395 |
| Greater West Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,241 | $895 | $5,881 |
| Greater West Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $1,239 | $10,000+ |
| Greater West Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| Greater West Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,171 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater West Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Greater West Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater West Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. The Ava Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Greater West Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| The Ava Apartments | 1x1 - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Legend Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Buena Vista Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,146 |
| Dauphine Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Fernwood Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 746 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Westshore Crossing | 0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Residences at Soho | Cordova | 1BR,1BA | $1,339 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater West Tampa, FL
As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater West Tampa area is the $2.04 price per square foot Deluxe Two Bedroom Model at Bell Channelside in the in the Ybor City neighborhood starting from $2,449. The second greatest value Greater West Tampa apartment is the Two Bedroom-915 sqft Model at Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment Homes starting at $1,585 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the West Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater West Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Channelside | Deluxe Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom-915 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Residences at Soho | Marina | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| The Legacy Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Essex Place Luxury Apartments | A3 Braintree | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 1701 W Cherry St, Unit A | 1701 W Cherry St | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Fernwood Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Flats at Seminole Heights | Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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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 $1,339.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater West Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in Greater West Tampa is The Ava Apartments which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Greater West Tampa costs $6,690.
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 34 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 $711 which is $5,979 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater West Tampa.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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