Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Mall Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $600 (15 Rentals)

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12703 N 15th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

12703 N 15th St

12703 N 15th StTampa, FL 33612
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USF Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

USF Gardens

2016 E 131st AveTampa, FL 33612
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Sandanay Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandanay Apartments

13132 N 19th StTampa, FL 33612
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Haley Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Haley Park

1510 E 130th AveTampa, FL 33612
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Pine Crest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Crest

11302 N 15th StTampa, FL 33612
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Uptown 22 Villas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown 22 Villas

13102 N 20th StTampa, FL 33612
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La Vista Oaks Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

La Vista Oaks Apartments

12771 Saint James Place DrTampa, FL 33612
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Uptown Sky
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Sky

13635 N 12th StTampa, FL 33613

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University Mall, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Mall Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Mall area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village priced from $762. Bella Mar Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable University Mall apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$762
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A11BR,1BA$899
Shadow Pines2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$940
Vista PalmsA11BR,1BA$999
Regency Square Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Mall, FL

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Mall area is the $0.69 price per square foot Hamlet - 5 x 3 Model at The Standard at Tampa in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value University Mall apartment is the C1 Model at Uptown Palms Apartments starting at $1,599 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Mall apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Standard at TampaHamlet - 5 x 35BR,3BA$0.69
Uptown Palms ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.28
Shadow Pines3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.42
Palm Avenue ApartmentsNewbury2BR,2BA$1.46
Oak Chase Apartments3/23BR,2BA$1.48
Spanish Trace2x22BR,2BA$1.29
Palm Flats Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.39
Union on FletcherB12BR,2BA$1.42
Regency Square Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.57
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A11BR,1BA$1.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Mall, Tampa, FL

Ranked #170

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including University Mall, Tampa, and the greater Tampa area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Mall Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University Mall?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Mall is under $1,199.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Mall?

The cheapest apartment in University Mall is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in University Mall costs $1,599.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Mall?

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 123 regular apartments in University Mall 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 University Mall?

Cheap apartments in University Mall have an average cost of $616 which is $983 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Mall.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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