
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (8 Rentals)
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Apella on Newport

Niche

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The Vintage Lofts at West End
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Arabelle Riverwalk

Columbus Court

Renaissance at West River

1315 W Grace St
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Riverfront, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,956 | $1,450 | $3,320 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,429 | $1,350 | $4,150 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,448 | $1,239 | $8,040 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $1,820 | $7,190 |
| Riverfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,588 | $1,500 | $6,796 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. Canopy West River Phase II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, FL
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $3.00 price per square foot 2A-1 Model at The Pearl in the in the Historic Ybor neighborhood starting from $3,068. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the Collazo (A1BD) Model at The Vintage Lofts at West End starting at $1,960 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the East Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pearl | 2A-1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| The Vintage Lofts at West End | Collazo (A1BD) | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Altis Grand Central | A4 EUPHORIA | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Nine15 | E1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Element | Residence 5 - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Loft C | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Noho Flats | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Columbus Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 7th & Oak | Studio-S1.120 WDU | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverfront is under $1,955.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is Canopy West River Phase II which is listed at $1,395, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $4,167.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverfront?
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 5 regular apartments in Riverfront 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 Riverfront?
Cheap apartments in Riverfront have an average cost of $1,201 which is $2,966 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverfront.
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