
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Forest Hills Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (66 Rentals)
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9718 N Nebraska Ave, Unit 3

9718 N Nebraska Ave, Unit 8

1504 E 99th Ave

Bella Mar Apartment Homes

709 E 129th Ave

Vista Palms

Verra North

Regency Square Apartments

Viva Tampa
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12401 N 15th St, Unit 225E

12401 N 15th St, Unit 419

12401 N 15th St, Unit Cinnamon Cove - 1 Bedroom

Oak Chase Apartments

Palencia

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Uptown Apartments

1306 E 137th Ave

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1823 E 109th Ave

2315 Carroll Pl, Unit #1, Unit #1
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Lago Bello Apartment Homes

1216 E 138th Ave

923 E Poinsettia Ave

Avina North

1323 Baywatch Loop

1218 E 138th Ave

13808 N 21st St

13806 N 21st St

12703 N 15th St
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The Oaks at Stone Fountain

USF Gardens

1254 E 113th Ave

Pine Crest

Columbia Oaks Apartments

Uptown 22

Tampa Commons

La Vista Oaks Apartments

Country Oaks Apartments
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Shadow Pines

Uptown Sky

1405 W Rambla St

Bella Vista Apartments

Palms at Sand Lake

Lexington Court

Tampa Palms

Oakwood Apartments

Uptown 68

Uptown Palms Apartments
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North Forest Hills, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Forest Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Forest Hills Studio Apartments | $1,078 | $845 | $1,417 |
| North Forest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $999 | $1,795 |
| North Forest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,099 | $2,300 |
| North Forest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $1,499 | $2,600 |
| North Forest Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,254 | $1,680 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available North Forest Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Forest Hills area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village priced from $802. Bella Mar Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable North Forest Hills apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copeland Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $802 |
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Verra North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Vista Palms | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Palms at Sand Lake | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Regency Square Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Viva Tampa | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| SMS 2 - 1515 E 139TH AVE | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Oak Chase Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Palencia | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Forest Hills, FL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Forest Hills area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3/2 Model at Oak Chase Apartments in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $1,511. The second greatest value North Forest Hills apartment is the 2x2 Model at Spanish Trace starting at $1,377 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Forest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Chase Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Spanish Trace | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Royal Palm Key | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Avina North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| REVERE LANDINGS | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Regency Square Apartments | 1/1PL | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| SMS 2 - 1515 E 139TH AVE | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Palms at Sand Lake | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Palencia | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Verra North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Forest Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Forest Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Forest Hills is under $1,109.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Forest Hills?
The cheapest apartment in North Forest Hills is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in North Forest Hills costs $6,254.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Forest Hills?
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 51 regular apartments in North Forest Hills 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 North Forest Hills?
Cheap apartments in North Forest Hills have an average cost of $455 which is $5,799 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Forest Hills.
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