
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Independence Square Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (88 Rentals)
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River Pines Senior Apartments 55+

4406 Tarpon Dr

3619 E Frierson Ave

4811 E Curtis St

3215 E Jean St

1104 E Genesee St

8108 N Alaska St

3511 N Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2

Garden Terrace
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Riverside Palms

1320 E Louise Ave, Unit B

801 E Knollwood St

Armature Place

801 E Knollwood St

801 E Knollwood St

Azula North

3407 N Avenida Republica de Cuba

1216 E Chelsea St

2109 E Humphrey St
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801 E Knollwood St

801 E Knollwood St

4145 Dolphin Dr, Unit 4145, Unit 4145

1805 1/2 E Sligh Ave

3919 E Fern St

1014 E 31st Ave

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The River Pointe Apartments

8611 N 10th St
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4432 Perch St, Unit Efficiency Studio Apt, Unit Efficiency Studio Apt

3016 E Wilder Ave

Brandywine Apartments

3205 E Frierson Ave

7903 N 13th St

8505 N Tampa St

3826 Lakeshore Dr

8406 N Brooks St

409 E Jean St, Unit 4

1204 E Hamilton Ave
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4713 N Florida Ave

1919 E Mulberry Dr

The Hite and Notch Apartments

3618 Machado St

119 W 26th Ave

Temple Crest Townhomes

3813 E Miller Ave

Evelyn City Lofts

1007 E 32nd Ave, Unit 1/2

Marquee Square
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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 | $1,175 | $735 | $1,920 |
| Independence Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $728 | $2,920 |
| Independence Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,023 | $4,274 |
| Independence Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,399 | $10,000+ |
| Independence Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $1,644 | $3,395 |
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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 Riverside Palms priced from $899. Garden Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable Independence Square apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Palms | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Garden Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
| Azula North | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The River Pointe Apartments | 1x1 - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Mirela North | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Silver Oaks | Sage | 2BR,1BA | $1,261 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence Square, FL
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence Square area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Craftsman Model at The Canopy Townhomes in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $2,459. The second greatest value Independence Square apartment is the 2x2 Model at Brandywine Apartments starting at $1,286 with a $1.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canopy Townhomes | The Craftsman | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Mirela North | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Meridian Pointe Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Temple Crest Townhomes | Crest | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Arbor Walk Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1-PL | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Azula North | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Garden Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 $1,261.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Independence Square?
The cheapest apartment in Independence Square is Riverside Palms which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Independence Square costs $5,939.
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 35 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 $401 which is $5,538 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Independence Square.
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