
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tampa Shores Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (26 Rentals)
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Rocky Creek Village

Newport

Atwater Westchase

Ascent Citrus Park

Preserve at Mobbly Bay
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BAYVUE

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6336 Newtown Cir

Citrus Run

6332 Newtown Cir, Unit B2

West Park Village by ARIUM

5558 Baywater Dr

Bell Westchase
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6306 Newtown Cir

6336 Newtown Cir

Camden Bay
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6332 Newtown Cir

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Tampa Shores, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tampa Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Shores Studio Apartments | $1,048 | $800 | $1,199 |
| Tampa Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $1,100 | $3,779 |
| Tampa Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $1,450 | $4,097 |
| Tampa Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,763 | $4,616 |
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Cheapest Available Tampa Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tampa Shores area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Rocky Creek Village priced from $1,000. The Park at Avanti has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,129. Here are the most affordable Tampa Shores apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Creek Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Park at Avanti | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Atwater Westchase | Studio Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Park at Lake Como | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Ascent Citrus Park | Moro | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Captiva Club Apartments | Calusa | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Audubon Village | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| BAYVUE | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
| Mallory Square | Bahia | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tampa Shores, FL
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tampa Shores area is the $1.30 price per square foot Royal Palm Model at Preserve at Mobbly Bay in the in the West Tampa neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Tampa Shores apartment is the B2 Model at Irving Place North Rocky Point starting at $2,280 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Pelican Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tampa Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve at Mobbly Bay | Royal Palm | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Irving Place North Rocky Point | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Bell Westchase | B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Meridian Luxury Condominiums | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Citrus Run | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Veranda at Westchase | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH - A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| West Park Village by ARIUM | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Mallory Square | Baybreeze | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Valencia at Westchase | The Shore | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTampa Shores, Tampa, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tampa Shores Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tampa Shores?
The cheapest apartment in Tampa Shores is Rocky Creek Village which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Tampa Shores costs $2,353.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tampa Shores?
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 64 regular apartments in Tampa Shores 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 Shores?
Cheap apartments in Tampa Shores have an average cost of $573 which is $1,780 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tampa Shores.
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