Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverbend Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (29 Rentals)

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Lowry Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lowry Apartments

1101 W Sligh AveTampa, FL 33604
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Melrose at Waters
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Melrose at Waters

1915 W Waters AveTampa, FL 33604
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Aqua Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Aqua Apartments

4505 N Rome AveTampa, FL 33603
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Riverbend, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverbend Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverbend area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Buena Vista Apartments – Studio, 1 & 2 Bed priced from $1,056. Westshore Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Riverbend apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Buena Vista Apartments – Studio, 1 & 2 BedStudio StandardStudio,1BA$1,056
Westshore Crossing0 Bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,125
Grande Oasis at CarrollwoodS1 - Aruba - Studio, One BathroomStudio,1BA$1,139
Belara LakesCrane1BR,1BA$1,182
RosewoodEFFStudio,1BA$1,210
Hamilton Point on Egypt Lake1A1BR,1BA$1,224
Legend Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,230
Beach ClubPacificoStudio,1BA$1,249
Dauphine ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverbend, FL

As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverbend area is the $1.54 price per square foot The Craftsman Model at The Canopy Townhomes in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Riverbend apartment is the C1 Model at The Legacy Apartments starting at $2,317 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the East Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverbend apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Canopy TownhomesThe Craftsman3BR,2.5BA$1.54
The Legacy ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.60
The Commons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.61
Fernwood Grove Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.68
The Flats at Seminole HeightsBungalow2BR,1BA$1.72
Innovo Living On WatersRejuvenate1BR,1.5BA$1.89
French QuarterB12BR,1BA$1.85
Belara LakesCrane1BR,1BA$1.46
Essex Place Luxury ApartmentsA4 Thurrock1BR,1BA$2.05
Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 746 sqft1BR,1BA$1.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverbend, Tampa, FL

Ranked #140

Among neighborhoods in Tampa, FL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Florida including Riverbend, Tampa, and the greater Tampa area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Riverbend Neighborhood in Tampa, FL

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverbend Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverbend?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverbend is at Buena Vista Apartments – Studio, 1 & 2 Bed listed at $1,056.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverbend Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverbend Apartment is $1,118 at Belara Lakes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverbend Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverbend is starting from $1,044 at Belara Lakes.

What is the most affordable Riverbend Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverbend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Commons and starts from $1,804.

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