
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer East Tampa area of Tampa.


Riverside Palms

4406 Tarpon Dr

4811 E Curtis St

Armature Place

Garden Terrace

Azula North
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Parc Place Villas Apartments

4145 Dolphin Dr, Unit 4145

Terrace Trace Apartments

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Crown Pointe Apartments

Andover Club Apartments

4127 Dolphin Dr
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Park Terrace

7193 E Bank Dr

7193 E Bank Dr

7101 E Bank Dr

3719 Meadowbreeze Dr

4419 Atwood Dr

7141 E Bank Dr
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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 | $1,223 | $735 | $2,099 |
| Outer East Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $795 | $3,135 |
| Outer East Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $1,023 | $4,425 |
| Outer East Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,478 | $2,674 |
| Outer East Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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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 $880. Azula North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Outer East Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Azula North | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Parc Place Villas Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Terrace Trace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Crown Pointe Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Tampa, FL
As of March 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Tampa area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Cross Creek in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,485. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Villas at City Center | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Laurel Oaks | 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| The Rio Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Wexford Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Brandywine Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Grove at Temple Terrace Apartments | 2BR - 1BTH Townhome Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Park at Chesterfield Apartment Homes | THE BELLFLOWER | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Riverside Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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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 $1,200.
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 $880, while the average apartment in Outer East Tampa costs $25,069.
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 $23,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Tampa.
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