
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rocky Creek Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $900 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rocky Creek area of Tampa.


Country Square Villas and Candlewood One

Rocky Creek Village Senior Living

Audubon Village

The Park at Avanti

Captiva Club Apartments

Ascent Citrus Park
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Hanley Place

7611 Paula Dr

Vantage on Hillsborough Apartments

The Park at Lake Como

BAYVUE

Tampa Woods

Atwater Westchase

Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments
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Palmera Pointe

7601 Paula Dr

5701 Middlesex Dr

9005 Tudor Dr

6342 Newtown Cir

6324 Newtown Cir

6306 Newtown Cir
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9209 Tudor Dr

9001 Tudor Dr

5504 Pine Forest Ct
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4312 Bayside Village Dr

9125 Tudor Dr

5672 Baywater Dr

9134 Tudor Dr

6308 Newtown Cir

5901 Bryce Ln

5521 Forest Haven Cir
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Rocky Creek, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rocky Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Creek Studio Apartments | $1,287 | $950 | $1,750 |
| Rocky Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $1,095 | $2,877 |
| Rocky Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,300 | $3,795 |
| Rocky Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,550 | $9,939 |
| Rocky Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,801 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Rocky Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rocky Creek area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Country Square Villas and Candlewood One priced from $950. Rocky Creek Village Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Rocky Creek apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Square Villas and Candlewood One | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Rocky Creek Village Senior Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Audubon Village | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Park at Avanti | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| WestEnd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Ascent Citrus Park | Moro | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| BAYVUE | A2 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,252 |
| The Park at Lake Como | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Captiva Club Apartments | Royal | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rocky Creek, FL
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rocky Creek area is the $1.78 price per square foot Waterstone Renovated Model at Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments in the in the Pelican Island neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Rocky Creek apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Rocky Creek Apartments starting at $1,789 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Pelican Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rocky Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments | Waterstone Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Palmera Pointe | 2x2 1059 SQ FT | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Tampa Woods | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Citrus Run | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 4345 Bayside Village Dr, Unit unit 301 | 4345 Bayside Village Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Park at Lake Como | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Meridian Luxury Condominiums | A2 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Audubon Village | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRocky Creek, Tampa, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Rocky Creek Neighborhood in Tampa, FL
Walk Score®
28 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rocky Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rocky Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rocky Creek is under $1,260.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rocky Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Rocky Creek is Rocky Creek Village Senior Living which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Rocky Creek costs $9,715.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rocky Creek?
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 24 regular apartments in Rocky Creek 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 Rocky Creek?
Cheap apartments in Rocky Creek have an average cost of $283 which is $9,432 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rocky Creek.
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