Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $700 (40 Rentals)

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Woodridge At Carrollwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge At Carrollwood

3709 Postwood CirTampa, FL 33614
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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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Riviera, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riviera Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riviera area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Buena Vista Apartments priced from $1,056. Courtney Cove Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Riviera apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Buena Vista ApartmentsStudio StandardStudio,1BA$1,056
Courtney Cove Apartment HomesThe StarfishStudio,1BA$1,099
The Ava ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Coopers PondS1Studio,1BA$1,115
Belara LakesSwan2BR,2BA$1,178
Haven at Waters EdgeCascade1BR,1BA$1,186
Dauphine ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Carrollwood StationA11BR,1BA$1,204
Legend Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,210
French QuarterA11BR,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riviera, FL

As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riviera 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 Riviera apartment is the B6 - Fiji - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Grande Oasis at Carrollwood starting at $1,570 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the West Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riviera apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Canopy TownhomesThe Craftsman3BR,2.5BA$1.54
Grande Oasis at CarrollwoodB6 - Fiji - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.26
Essex Place Luxury ApartmentsB1 Colchester2BR,2BA$1.62
The Commons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.42
1523 w hiawatha st, Unit Apt 11523 w hiawatha st2BR,1BA$1.50
Windsor ManorB12BR,1BA$1.82
The Flats at Seminole HeightsBungalow2BR,1BA$1.78
The Legacy ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1.62
Belara LakesCrane1BR,1BA$1.67
Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 746 sqft1BR,1BA$1.85

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

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Riviera, Tampa, FL

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Florida including Riviera, Tampa, and the greater Tampa area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Riviera?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riviera is under $1,249.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riviera?

The cheapest apartment in Riviera is Buena Vista Apartments which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Riviera costs $9,275.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riviera?

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 36 regular apartments in Riviera 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 Riviera?

Cheap apartments in Riviera have an average cost of $199 which is $9,076 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riviera.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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