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property at 2319 E 10th Ave

$800

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$800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2319 E 10th Ave

TampaFL33605
property at 1909 E 99th Ave

$850 - $1,750

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$850 - $1,750

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Studio To 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent

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1909 E 99th Ave

TampaFL33612

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property at 3801 Carroway St

$1,000 - $1,100

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$1,000 - $1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3801 Carroway St

TampaFL33619

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property at 7193 E Bank Dr

$1,050

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$1,050

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7193 E Bank Dr, Unit 106, Unit 106

7193 E Bank Dr
TampaFL33617

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property at 1306 E 137th Ave

$1,149

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$1,149

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1306 E 137th Ave

TampaFL33613

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Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tampa, FL

Pricing Updated: 04/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Tampa, FL area range in price from $549 to $32,273 with an overall median price of $6,201. The three Tampa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ridgecrest at $1,095, University Mall at $802, and University at $549. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tampa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ridgecrest$1,500$1,0959
University Mall$1,511$802315
University$1,512$549740
40th Street Corridor$1,550$735127
Northeast Community$1,550$73573
Ridgeland Ranch$1,550$735259
Temple Bluff$1,550$735110
Temple Crest$1,550$735115
Temple Crest West$1,550$73570
Rowlett Park$1,595$735241

Cheapest Available Tampa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court in the East Tampa neighborhood priced from $753. Copeland Village in the University Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $802. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tampa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Columbus Court2x12BR,1BA$753
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$802
Vue Tampa4BR/4BA - Platinum4BR,4BA$879
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A11BR,1BA$899
Riverside PalmsSierra1BR,1BA$899
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$930
Miles at YborThe Murphy Co-Living Suite1BR,1BA$936
The Wave Apartments1/1S1BR,1BA$999
Verra North1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Azula NorthA11BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL

As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tampa area is the $0.53 price per square foot Lumpkin A 4 x 4 Model at The Retreat at Tampa in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $935. The second greatest value Tampa apartment is the 4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum Model at Cove Commons starting at $1,190 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Retreat at TampaLumpkin A 4 x 44BR,4BA$0.53
Cove Commons4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum4BR,4.5BA$0.73
The Standard at TampaDeerwood - 4 x 44BR,4BA$0.74
Lakewood ShoresFour Bedroom Three Bath4BR,3BA$1.18
Venue at North CampusD14BR,4BA$0.61
Palm Flats Apartments$1500 In Free Rent + Reduced Rents!2BR,2BA$1.10
Vue Tampa3BR/3BA - Gold3BR,3BA$0.85
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.80
Reflections3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room3BR,3BA$0.66
Columbus Court2x12BR,1BA$1.03

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tampa

What type of rentals are currently available in Tampa?

There are currently 2060 Apartments for Rent in Tampa, FL with pricing that ranges from $549 to $32,273. There are also 2051 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tampa ranging from $741 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tampa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tampa ranges from $741 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,241.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tampa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tampa range from $649 to $11,246, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $549.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, we're here to provide you with all the information you need about top areas in and around Tampa that are great choices to call home.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.