
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tampa Heights Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (127 Rentals)
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1710 E 29th Ave

1104 E Genesee St

1104 E Genesee St

1104 E Genesee St

2319 E 10th Ave

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2011 Davis St, Unit C

2807 N 21st St

2208 E 15th Ave

505 1/2 E Virginia Ave
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The Ava Apartments

Miles at Ybor

Buena Vista Apartments

Legend Oaks

2301 N Jefferson St, Apt 3

Dauphine Apartments

1010 E 14th Ave

1515 E 31st Ave

Westshore Crossing

2817 N Taliaferro Ave
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3112 N 16th St, Unit COZY

104 E Euclid Ave, Unit JuniorSuite

2702 N Florida Ave

4201 N Nebraska Ave, Unit Studio- 4

809 W Park Ave

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1005 W Grace St, Unit Studio

3407 N Avenida Republica de Cuba

1105 E 28th Ave

The Residences at Soho

The Flats at Seminole Heights
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The Vintage Lofts at West End

205 W Amelia Ave

1726 W Chestnut St

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The Legacy Apartments

Tempo at Encore

2115 W Cass St

Warehouse Lofts

4521 N Habana Ave

Niche | Luxury Apartments

906 W Candlewood Ave
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Apella on Newport

806 E Chelsea St, Unit 3

1221 E Mohawk Ave

1120 E Kennedy Blvd, Unit 1217

Casa Marti

Casa Oliva

2704 E Columbus Dr

Trio at Encore

806 E Chelsea St, Unit 4

1301 E Columbus Dr, Unit 1
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Tampa Heights, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tampa Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Heights Studio Apartments | $2,036 | $895 | $4,837 |
| Tampa Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,005 | $3,965 |
| Tampa Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $1,249 | $6,903 |
| Tampa Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,674 | $1,325 | $8,754 |
| Tampa Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,062 | $1,560 | $5,495 |
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Cheapest Available Tampa Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tampa Heights area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. The Ava Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Tampa Heights apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| The Ava Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Miles at Ybor | The Murphy Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Buena Vista Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,056 |
| Legend Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Dauphine Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 2904 W Chestnut St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Fernwood Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Janie B Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa Heights, FL
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tampa Heights area is the $1.47 price per square foot B1 Model at The Legacy Apartments in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,692. The second greatest value Tampa Heights apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2904 W Chestnut St starting at $1,250 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the West Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tampa Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Legacy Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| 2904 W Chestnut St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Fernwood Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Flats at Seminole Heights | Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Cigar Lofts | Robusto Retreat | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Westshore Crossing | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Legend Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 2011 Davis St, Unit C | 2011 Davis St | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tampa Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tampa Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tampa Heights is under $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Tampa Heights is Miles at Ybor which is listed at $1,005, while the average apartment in Tampa Heights costs $2,336.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tampa Heights?
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 246 regular apartments in Tampa Heights 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 Heights?
Cheap apartments in Tampa Heights have an average cost of $675 which is $1,661 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa Heights.
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