
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Clipper Cove Apartments

Clipper Bay Apartments

Westminster Chase Apartments

The William at Westshore

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The Lancaster

7004 S Kissimmee St

4908 W Ingraham St

6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-107
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6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-113

6822 S Shamrock Rd, Unit 01-105

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Azola South Tampa

Advenir at The Watson

Amelia at Westshore

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Marlowe South Tampa

2818 W Shelton Ave

The Pointe on Westshore

4950 W Prescott St, Unit 5106
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4950 W Prescott St, Unit 5206

4950 W Prescott St, Unit 5110

4950 W Prescott St, Unit 5208

Green Oaks Apartments

The Boulevard at West Shore

5106 W Richardson Ave

3107 W Marcum St

7106 - 7108 S Kissimme St.

Port Tampa Flats
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Casa Juanita

The Sparkman

6712 S Juanita St

6612 S Juanita St

7009 S Mascotte St

6713 S Kissimmee St

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6805 S Juanita St

6829 S Desoto St
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6910 S MacDill Ave
South Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Tampa Studio Apartments | $2,192 | $1,429 | $2,653 |
| South Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,932 | $1,110 | $3,266 |
| South Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,458 | $1,249 | $3,681 |
| South Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $1,510 | $6,755 |
| South Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,016 | $1,660 | $6,205 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available South Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens at South Bay priced from $1,110. Clipper Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable South Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardens at South Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,110 |
| Clipper Cove Apartments | The Schooner | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Westminster Chase Apartments | Classic 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
| The William at Westshore | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,299 |
| 7106 - 7108 S Kissimme St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,375 |
| Port Tampa Flats | Port Tampa 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,395 |
| The Lancaster | 1 Bed | 1BR, 1BA | $1,680 |
| Azola South Tampa | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,800 |
| Advenir at The Watson | Doppio | A1B | 1BR, 1BA | $1,827 |
| Amelia at Westshore | A1RR | 1BR, 1BA | $1,902 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tampa, FL
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Tampa area is the $2.45 price per square foot Rapallo Model at Casa Bella on Westshore in the South Tampa neighborhood starting from $2,782. The second greatest value South Tampa apartment is the Port Tampa 2 Bedroom Model at Port Tampa Flats in the South Tampa neighborhood starting at $1,395 with a $1.59 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Bella on Westshore | Rapallo | 3BR, 2.5BA | $2.45 |
| Port Tampa Flats | Port Tampa 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.59 |
| Azola South Tampa | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.60 |
| Clipper Cove Apartments | The Schooner | 1BR, 1BA | $1.69 |
| 7106 - 7108 S Kissimme St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.96 |
| Gardens at South Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.59 |
| The Pointe on Westshore | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.82 |
| The Lancaster | 1 Bed | 1BR, 1BA | $2.58 |
| Westminster Chase Apartments | Semi-Renovated 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR, 1BA | $2.21 |
| The William at Westshore | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Tampa is under $1,902.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in South Tampa is Gardens at South Bay which is listed at $1,110, while the average apartment in South Tampa costs $2,207.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Tampa?
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 South Tampa 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 South Tampa?
Cheap apartments in South Tampa have an average cost of $914 which is $1,293 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Tampa.
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