
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Oaks Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (23 Rentals)
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WestEnd

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8823 W Robson St

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7667 Abonado Rd
River Oaks, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $850 | $1,982 |
| River Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $1,099 | $3,779 |
| River Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $1,420 | $6,337 |
| River Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $1,700 | $5,001 |
| River Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $2,225 | $2,510 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Oaks Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available River Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Oaks area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Newport priced from $999. Rocky Creek Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Rocky Creek Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| WestEnd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,101 |
| Ascent Citrus Park | Moro | 1BR,1BA | $1,194 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, FL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Oaks area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2 BED / 2 BATH Model at Tampa Woods in the in the Pelican Island neighborhood starting from $1,549. The second greatest value River Oaks apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Rocky Creek Apartments starting at $2,284 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Pelican Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Woods | 2 BED / 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Citrus Run | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| West Park Village by ARIUM | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Mallory Square | Baybreeze | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Palmera Pointe | 1x1 775 SQ FT | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Meridian Luxury Condominiums | A2 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Valencia at Westchase | The Shore | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Oaks, Tampa, FL
Ranked #180
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in River Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in River Oaks is under $1,384.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in River Oaks is Newport which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in River Oaks costs $2,334.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River Oaks?
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 45 regular apartments in River Oaks 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 River Oaks?
Cheap apartments in River Oaks have an average cost of $284 which is $2,050 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River Oaks.
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