
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tampa Heights Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $500 (113 Rentals)
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2319 E 10th Ave

1701 W Louisiana Ave

1104 E Genesee St

3511 N Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2

3105 W Spruce St

2208 E 15th Ave

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit unit B

Miles at Ybor

1014 E 31st Ave, Unit B
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The Ava Apartments

3407 N Avenida Republica de Cuba

1907 N Morgan St

2301 N Jefferson St

Dauphine Apartments

Westshore Crossing

Buena Vista Apartments

1014 E 31st Ave

404 W Amelia Ave

402 W Amelia Ave
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3002 W Wilder Ave, Unit 3002 w wilder

Legend Oaks

104 E Euclid Ave

Fernwood Grove Apartments

2610 Durham St

2704 E Columbus Dr

1515 E 31st Ave

2817 N Taliaferro Ave, Unit 3

Canopy West River Phase II

2702 N Florida Ave
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3027 W Cordelia St, Unit Tiny House, Unit Tiny House

3027 W Cordelia St

The Residences at Soho

The Flats at Seminole Heights

The Tempo at Encore

2406 E Clark St

Warehouse Lofts

205 W Amelia Ave

Niche | Luxury Apartments

906 W Candlewood Ave
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Apella on Newport

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218 W Indiana Ave, Unit 218 W Indiana, Unit 218 W Indiana

Casa Marti

1221 E Columbus Dr

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607 E Louisiana Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1105 E 28th Ave

The Legacy Apartments

4201 N Nebraska Ave, Unit Studio- 4

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Legacy Encore

Casa Oliva
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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 | $2,016 | $1,000 | $4,442 |
| Tampa Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,203 | $895 | $5,050 |
| Tampa Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,990 | $500 | $8,195 |
| Tampa Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,727 | $1,525 | $7,882 |
| Tampa Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,226 | $1,500 | $6,851 |
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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 Miles Co-Living Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| 2301 N Jefferson St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Dauphine Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
| Buena Vista Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,146 |
| Westshore Crossing | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Legend Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Fernwood Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Canopy West River Phase II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa Heights, FL
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tampa Heights area is the $1.64 price per square foot A1 Model at The Legacy Apartments in the in the East Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Tampa Heights apartment is the 2303 E 9th Ave Model at The Casitas & Lofts at Casa Ybor starting at $1,600 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Ybor City 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 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Casitas & Lofts at Casa Ybor | 2303 E 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 218 W Indiana Ave, Unit 218 W Indiana | 218 W Indiana Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 607 E Louisiana Ave, Unit 1 | 607 E Louisiana Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Tempo at Encore | The Minuet | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Fernwood Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 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 | $1.78 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $1,299.
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 $1,037, while the average apartment in Tampa Heights costs $7,297.
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 153 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 $890 which is $6,407 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa Heights.
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