
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Tampa Central Business District Tampa, FL from $936 (53 Rentals)


111 S Newport Ave

1907 N Morgan St

Canopy West River Phase II

The Tempo at Encore

Davis Islands Apartments

The Trio at Encore

Warehouse Lofts

Casa Pedroso

The Stevedore
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Casa Socarras

Bell Channelside

7th & Oak

Innovo Hyde Park

The Residences at 801 East Whiting Street

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Legacy Encore

Casa Marti

101 N Meridian

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NAVARA

SkyHouse Channelside
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The Slade at Channelside

Niche | Luxury Apartments

The Pearl

Element

Modera Encore

Cora

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The MAV

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Arabelle Riverwalk

Inscription Channel District

111 N 12th St, Unit 1411, Unit 1411
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MAA Harbour Island

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Pierhouse at Channelside

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Nine15

Aurora

Asher

The Fitzgerald

Manor Riverside

1208 E Kennedy Blvd

Channel Club

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2 Bayshore
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326 Plant

AVE Tampa Riverwalk

777 N Ashley Dr, Unit 2909, Unit 2909

Tampa Park Apartments

The Eusonian

Beach Flats

Schoolhouse Flats

Olivia Flats

La Union

Addison Flats
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Tampa Central Business District, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tampa Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Central Business District Studio Apartments | $2,018 | $1,450 | $4,668 |
Tampa Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $936 | $4,749 |
| Tampa Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,298 | $1,256 | $8,374 |
| Tampa Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,904 | $1,847 | $7,922 |
| Tampa Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $1,517 | $6,813 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTampa Central Business District, Tampa, FL
Ranked #45
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tampa Central Business District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tampa Central Business District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tampa Central Business District is under $1,639.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Tampa Central Business District is Miles at Ybor which is listed at $936, while the average apartment in Tampa Central Business District costs $3,927.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tampa Central Business District?
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 40 regular apartments in Tampa Central Business District 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 Tampa Central Business District?
Cheap apartments in Tampa Central Business District have an average cost of $1,198 which is $2,729 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa Central Business District.
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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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.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.