
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer East Tampa area of Tampa.


4406 Tarpon Dr

4811 E Curtis St

Riverside Palms

Garden Terrace

Armature Place

4217 E Sewaha St

Parc Place Villas Apartments

8425 Cerro Cir
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Azula North

4145 Dolphin Dr, Unit 4145, Unit 4145

Del Rio Apartment Homes

Terrace Trace Apartments

Andover Club Apartments

The River Pointe Apartments

Crown Pointe Apartments

The Avenue Apartments

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4432 Perch St, Unit Efficiency Studio Apt, Unit Efficiency Studio Apt
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The Grove at Temple Terrace Apartments

Brandywine Apartments

The Park at Chesterfield Apartment Homes

The Rio Apartments

7101 E Bank Dr

4145 Dolphin Dr

7193 E Bank Dr

7193 E Bank Dr, Unit 106, Unit 106

Park Terrace
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7150 E Bank Dr

7141 E Bank Dr

Wexford Apartments

Puritan Place

4906 Riverhills Dr

7132 Waterside Dr

Rivertree Landing

Silver Oaks

Cross Creek
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4943 E Hillsborough Ave

Heritage Cove

The Arbor Walk Apartments

8725 N 48TH St

Laurel Oaks

3710 Danny Bryan Blvd

7156 E Bank Dr

4406 Mango Terrace

7143 E Bank Dr
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The Park at Valenza

Doral Oaks

Villas at City Center
Outer East Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $735 | $2,399 |
| Outer East Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $795 | $3,606 |
| Outer East Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $1,023 | $4,256 |
| Outer East Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,399 | $2,573 |
| Outer East Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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Cheapest Available Outer East Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Tampa 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 Outer East Tampa 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 |
| Terrace Trace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| The River Pointe Apartments | 1x1 - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Andover Club Apartments | Studio - Partially Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Wexford Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,101 |
| Mirela North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Azula North | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Tampa, FL
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Tampa area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Model at Del Rio Apartment Homes in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Outer East Tampa apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Villas at City Center starting at $1,555 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the East Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Villas at City Center | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Rio Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Grove at Temple Terrace Apartments | 2BR - 1BTH Townhome Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Park at Chesterfield Apartment Homes | THE ASPEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Laurel Oaks | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Parc Place Villas Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Doral Oaks | The Wedge | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Wexford Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer East Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer East Tampa is under $1,149.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in Outer East Tampa is Riverside Palms which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Outer East Tampa costs $33,897.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer East 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 3 regular apartments in Outer East 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 Outer East Tampa?
Cheap apartments in Outer East Tampa have an average cost of $1,644 which is $32,253 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Tampa.
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