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Oasis at Ballast Point
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$1,144 - $1,334
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$1,144 - $1,334
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Oasis at Ballast Point

3730 W Bay AveTampa, FL 33611
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Southeast Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Tampa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. Rosewood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Southeast Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Columbus Court2x12BR,1BA$753
RosewoodEFFStudio,1BA$900
Garden TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$974
Miles at YborThe Murphy Co-Living Suite1BR,1BA$982
Coopers PondS1Studio,1BA$985
Bay Colony Apartments1x11BR,1BA$992
Riverside PalmsKonaStudio,1BA$1,000
The Ava ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Pine Tree ApartmentsShort Leaf PineStudio,1BA$1,020
Buena Vista ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,056

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Tampa, FL

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Tampa area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 BED / 2 BATH Model at Tampa Woods in the in the Pelican Island neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Southeast Tampa apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Pointe Grand Plant City starting at $1,595 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Walden Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tampa Woods2 BED / 2 BATH2BR,2BA$1.17
Pointe Grand Plant City2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.36
Reflections ApartmentsSolace3BR,2BA$1.39
Lakewood ShoresTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
The Grove at Temple Terrace Apartments2BR - 1BTH Townhome Renovated2BR,1BA$1.39
Creekbridge Crossing3x2 Renovated3BR,2BA$1.35
Grande Oaks2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.22
The Park at Chesterfield Apartment HomesTHE BELLFLOWER1BR,1BA$1.39
Belara LakesCrane1BR,1BA$1.38
Columbus Court2x12BR,1BA$1.03

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Florida including Southeast Tampa, Tampa, and the greater Tampa area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Tampa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Tampa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Tampa is under $1,056.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Tampa?

The cheapest apartment in Southeast Tampa is Garden Terrace which is listed at $974, while the average apartment in Southeast Tampa costs $5,217.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast 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 388 regular apartments in Southeast 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 Southeast Tampa?

Cheap apartments in Southeast Tampa have an average cost of $520 which is $4,697 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Tampa.

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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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.