
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $500 (99 Rentals)
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The Hyde Park Collection

3511 N Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B

803 E Lake Ave

Buena Vista Apartments

2301 N Jefferson St

2914 N 10th St

Westshore Crossing
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3116 W Dewey St

104 E Euclid Ave

Tara House West Apartments

Arbour Ponds Apartments

Legend Oaks

The Residences at Soho

Canopy West River Phase II

The Flats at Seminole Heights

2702 N Florida Ave

4421 N Clark Ave, Unit C
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318 W Hilda St

BC Tampa

Davis Islands Apartments

3318 W Walnut St

323 N Westland Ave, Unit 10

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2105 Bristol W Ave

323 N Westland Ave, Unit 5

Chateau

4201 N Nebraska Ave, Unit Studio- 4

205 W Amelia Ave
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207 N Albany Ave

The Tempo at Encore

Warehouse Lofts

Niche | Luxury Apartments

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Apella on Newport

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2813 N Morgan St, Unit A

The Oasis Club

1120 E Kennedy Blvd, Unit 1217

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601 W Warren Ave, Unit 601 W Warren Apartment

The Trio at Encore
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Westhaven Residence

The Residences at 801 East Whiting Street

Carlyle Flats

3111 W Horatio St, Unit 205

Varela Westshore Apartments

The Vintage Lofts at West End

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Legacy Encore

7th & Oak

3111 W Horatio St, Unit 108

Edge at 1702
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Old West Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old West Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old West Tampa Studio Apartments | $2,007 | $850 | $4,297 |
| Old West Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $600 | $4,269 |
| Old West Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,954 | $500 | $8,265 |
| Old West Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,998 | $1,825 | $8,835 |
| Old West Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $1,500 | $6,585 |
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Cheapest Available Old West Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old West Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. Buena Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,056. Here are the most affordable Old West Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| Buena Vista Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,056 |
| 2301 N Jefferson St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Westshore Crossing | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Tara House West Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Arbour Ponds Apartments | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Legend Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| The Flats at Seminole Heights | Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| BC Tampa | 2/1 - 5107 Clarice Court, Tampa, FL 33611 | 2BR,1BA | $1,340 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Tampa, FL
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old West Tampa area is the $2.11 price per square foot Studio, 1 bath Model at 315 S Delaware Ave in the in the Historic Ybor neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Old West Tampa apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Chateau starting at $1,650 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Luna Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old West Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 315 S Delaware Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| Chateau | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Westshore Crossing | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 bathroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| 2904 W Chestnut St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 601 W Warren Ave, Unit 601 W Warren Apartment | 601 W Warren Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Flats at Seminole Heights | Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Cigar Lofts | Robusto Retreat | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old West Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old West Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old West Tampa is under $1,340.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old West Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in Old West Tampa is Westshore Crossing which is listed at $1,155, while the average apartment in Old West Tampa costs $4,172.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old 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 227 regular apartments in Old 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 Old West Tampa?
Cheap apartments in Old West Tampa have an average cost of $677 which is $3,495 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old West Tampa.
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