
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Independence Square Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (42 Rentals)
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3511 N Dartmouth Ave

1014 E 31st Ave

Armature Place

Garden Terrace

8112 N Mulberry St

Azula North

3407 N Avenida Republica de Cuba
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4145 Dolphin Dr, Unit 4145

8429 N 39th St

8427 N 39th St

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Crown Pointe Apartments

4213 E Yukon St

Riverside Palms

9013 Westchester Cir
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3919 E Fern St

8801 N Brooks St

The River Pointe Apartments

910 E Waters Ave

1201 E Norfolk St

Brandywine Apartments

7903 N 13th St

6506 N Wellington Ave
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The Hite and Notch Apartments

Marquee Square

8607 N 10th St

409 E Jean St

Temple Crest Townhomes

Evelyn City Lofts

8406 N Brooks St

5108 E 28th Ave
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1907 E Mulberry Dr

2402 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd

724 E Patterson St

Park Terrace

Puritan Place

Grande Oaks

Meridian Pointe Apartments

The Arbor Walk Apartments
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Independence Square, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Square Studio Apartments | $1,421 | $735 | $1,950 |
| Independence Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $795 | $3,180 |
| Independence Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,023 | $4,429 |
| Independence Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,625 | $1,478 | $8,916 |
| Independence Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $1,644 | $1,875 |
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Cheapest Available Independence Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Independence Square area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Azula North priced from $999. Crown Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Independence Square apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azula North | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Mirela North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The River Pointe Apartments | 1x1 - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Grande Oaks | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,283 |
| Riverside Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,286 |
| Meridian Pointe Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,286 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence Square, FL
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence Square area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Brandywine Apartments in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,286. The second greatest value Independence Square apartment is the 2x2 Model at Meridian Pointe Apartments starting at $1,286 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the East Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Meridian Pointe Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Grande Oaks | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Temple Crest Townhomes | Crest | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 2/2-PL | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| The Arbor Walk Apartments | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath - A3 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Riverside Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Mirela North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Azula North | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Independence Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Independence Square is under $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Independence Square?
The cheapest apartment in Independence Square is Azula North which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Independence Square costs $5,746.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Independence Square?
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 40 regular apartments in Independence Square 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 Independence Square?
Cheap apartments in Independence Square have an average cost of $511 which is $5,235 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Independence Square.
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