
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Solana Bay Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (68 Rentals)
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Rocky Creek Village

Atwater Westchase

Newport

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WestEnd

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St. James Crossing

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Hanley Place

7601 Paula Dr

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Tampa Woods

Seasons at Westchase

5620 Pinnacle Heights Cir, Unit 105, Unit 105

7611 Paula Dr

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The Oaks of Woodland Park Apartments

Citrus Run
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Rocky Creek Apartments

Amira at Westly

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The Pointe at Carrollwood

6332 Newtown Cir, Unit B2

Sole at Citrus Park

Brookview at Citrus Park

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5 West Apartments

West Park Village by ARIUM

Furnished Studio-Tampa - North Airport

4611 N Hubert Ave
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Waterford at Cypress Lake

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The Gardens at Rose Harbor

The Park at Avanti

9119 Tudor Dr

Cortland Bayport

8625 Fancy Finch Dr

6306 Newtown Cir
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The Park at Lake Como

8630 Mallard Reserve Dr

4107 Chatham Oak Ct

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The Villas At Newport Landing

9209 Tudor Dr

The Park at Palermo Apartments

4211 Chatham Oak Ct

9126 Lake Chase Island Way
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Solana Bay, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Solana Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solana Bay Studio Apartments | $1,212 | $800 | $1,649 |
| Solana Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $1,095 | $3,779 |
| Solana Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,015 | $1,393 | $4,412 |
| Solana Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,805 | $10,000+ |
| Solana Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $2,425 | $2,510 |
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Cheapest Available Solana Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Solana Bay area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Rocky Creek Village priced from $1,000. Atwater Westchase has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Solana Bay apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Creek Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Atwater Westchase | Studio Reno | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| The Park at Avanti | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| WestEnd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,226 |
| St. James Crossing | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Park at Lake Como | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Ascent Citrus Park | Moro | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Solana Bay, FL
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Solana Bay area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Citrus Run in the in the West Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,744. The second greatest value Solana Bay apartment is the Townhouse St Andrews Model at Saint Andrews Square Townhomes starting at $1,645 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the West Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Solana Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citrus Run | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Saint Andrews Square Townhomes | Townhouse St Andrews | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Tampa Woods | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Irving Place North Rocky Point | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Meridian Luxury Condominiums | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| West Park Village by ARIUM | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Westwood Reserve Apartments | Newport | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Palmera Pointe | 1x1 754 SQ FT | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Solana Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Solana Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Solana Bay is under $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Solana Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Solana Bay is Rocky Creek Village which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Solana Bay costs $2,467.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Solana Bay?
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 79 regular apartments in Solana Bay 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 Solana Bay?
Cheap apartments in Solana Bay have an average cost of $378 which is $2,089 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Solana Bay.
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