
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park - South Downtown Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $400 (39 Rentals)
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914 8th St N

1215 Melrose Ave S

The Wayland

Tropical Breeze Apartments

1316 12th St S

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730 4th Ave N

537 2nd St N

944 15th Ave S

The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments

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305 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S

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University Park - South Downtown, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park - South Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park - South Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,957 | $1,239 | $3,424 |
| University Park - South Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,000 | $6,995 |
| University Park - South Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,829 | $1,195 | $8,210 |
| University Park - South Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,237 | $2,100 | $8,244 |
| University Park - South Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,626 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available University Park - South Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park - South Downtown area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at 5th Ave Loft Apartments priced from $1,150. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable University Park - South Downtown apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th Ave Loft Apartments | 303 | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Tropical Breeze Apartments | Galley Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Sans Souci Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Vantage St. Pete | Heron | Studio | Signature | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| Sole on Central | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,773 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park - South Downtown, FL
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park - South Downtown area is the $2.66 price per square foot B12 Model at Avanti in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $4,148. The second greatest value University Park - South Downtown apartment is the 1025 7th St S Model at 1025 7th St S, Unit 1025 7th St S starting at $2,200 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Highland Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park - South Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti | B12 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.66 |
| 1025 7th St S, Unit 1025 7th St S | 1025 7th St S | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 930 Central Flats | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 999 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S, Unit 4 | 999 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Tropical Breeze Apartments | Open Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Sans Souci Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Sole on Central | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
| 925 13th Ave S, Unit 925 | 925 13th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Park - South Downtown, Tampa, FL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park - South Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Park - South Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Park - South Downtown is under $1,773.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park - South Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in University Park - South Downtown is Tropical Breeze Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in University Park - South Downtown costs $10,626.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park - South Downtown?
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 24 regular apartments in University Park - South Downtown 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 Park - South Downtown?
Cheap apartments in University Park - South Downtown have an average cost of $243 which is $10,383 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park - South Downtown.
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