
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (23 Rentals)
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Canopy West River Phase II

Warehouse Lofts

205 W Amelia Ave

Niche | Luxury Apartments

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Apella on Newport

The Vintage Lofts at West End
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7th & Oak

820 W Amelia Ave

NoHo Flats I and II

Manor Riverside

Element

AVE Tampa Riverwalk

The Pearl
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Arabelle Riverwalk

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Nine15

Columbus Court

Renaissance at West River

1504 W Grace St

Altis Grand Central
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108 S Willow Ave

811 W Amelia Ave
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 | $2,142 | $1,450 | $3,280 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,412 | $1,150 | $4,000 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,393 | $1,239 | $7,995 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,166 | $1,830 | $6,910 |
| Riverfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,500 | $1,780 |
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There are currently 23 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 $1,299. 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 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Niche | Luxury Apartments | MS1-O | Studio,1BA | $1,659 |
| 7th & Oak | Studio-S1.120 WDU | Studio,1BA | $1,736 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, FL
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $2.78 price per square foot B17 Model at AVE Tampa Riverwalk in the in the Historic Ybor neighborhood starting from $3,631. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the Rodriquez (B2B) Model at The Vintage Lofts at West End starting at $2,108 with a $1.96 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVE Tampa Riverwalk | B17 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| The Vintage Lofts at West End | Rodriquez (B2B) | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| The Pearl | 2H-1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Altis Grand Central | A1 CHARISMA | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 7th & Oak | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Warehouse Lofts | Loft C | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| NoHo Flats I and II | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Anchor Riverwalk | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront, Tampa, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 $2,140.
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 $1,299, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $4,242.
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 4 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 $1,021 which is $3,221 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverfront.
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