Cheap Homes for Rent in South Westshore Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $1,200 (22 Rentals)

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property at 4405 W Fair Oaks Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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4405 W Fair Oaks Ave, Unit 18, Unit 18

4405 W Fair Oaks Ave
TampaFL33611

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property at 3232 S Macdill Ave

$1,995

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$1,995

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3232 S Macdill Ave, Unit 210, Unit 210

3232 S Macdill Ave
TampaFL33629

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South Westshore, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Westshore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Westshore area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Tara House West Apartments priced from $1,200. Green Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable South Westshore apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tara House West ApartmentsOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1,200
Green Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,250
Bay CrossingSandpiper1BR,1BA$1,299
InertiaSparrowStudio,1BA$1,299
Lighthouse BayA21BR,1BA$1,420

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Westshore, FL

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Westshore area is the $1.64 price per square foot B2 Model at Lighthouse Bay in the in the Sun Bay South neighborhood starting from $1,630. The second greatest value South Westshore apartment is the 2x1 Model at Bay Colony Apartments starting at $1,431 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Sun Bay South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Westshore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lighthouse BayB22BR,2BA$1.64
Bay Colony Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.55
Clarice Court Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,2BA$1.77
Chateau2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
The Oasis Club1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19
Alexandria Garden1B 1B1BR,1BA$2.31
Casa Bel Mar1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.38
Green Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
3517 W Ballast Point Blvd, Unit MotherinlawforRent3517 W Ballast Point Blvd2BR,1BA$2.08
Westshore Marina FlatsA11BR,1BA$2.51

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Tampa Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect Tampa Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Westshore

What type of rentals are currently available in South Westshore?

There are currently 111 Apartments for Rent in South Westshore, FL with pricing that ranges from $992 to $6,300. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Westshore ranging from $1,200 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Westshore?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Westshore ranges from $1,200 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,080.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa

Written by: Vickie Ferguson

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.