
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park - South Downtown Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $400 (33 Rentals)
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914 8th St N

914 8th St N, Unit STUDIO

610 14th St N

1316 12th St S

953 12th Ave S

1027 17th St N
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626 Highland St N

819 6th St N

500 14th Ave S

The Wayland

Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE

944 15th Ave 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 |
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University Park - South Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,983 | $995 | $3,580 |
University Park - South Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,677 | $1,100 | $5,981 |
University Park - South Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
University Park - South Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,050 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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 1 Bed unit found at Pennsylvania priced from $995. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,359. Here are the most affordable University Park - South Downtown apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pennsylvania | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
The Wayland | Studio, One Bath North Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,359 |
Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Vantage St. Pete | Bayshore | Studio | Signature | Studio,1BA | $1,559 |
Hideout Park | Queen | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Kentucky 540 | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Arte St. Pete | S1x 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,892 |
Fusion 1560 | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park - South Downtown, FL
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park - South Downtown area is the $3.19 price per square foot B3 Model at Park & Main in the in the Highland Oaks neighborhood starting from $3,881. The second greatest value University Park - South Downtown apartment is the L Model at EVO APARTMENTS starting at $3,900 with a $3.55 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. |
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Park & Main | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
EVO APARTMENTS | L | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
Beacon 430 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
Kentucky 540 | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Pennsylvania | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
539 6th St N, Unit 539 6th St N #1 | 539 6th St N | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Fusion 1560 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
1701 Central Apartments | Artist | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
Arte St. Pete | S1x 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVE | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park - South Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Park - South Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Park - South Downtown is at The Wayland listed at $1,359.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park - South Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park - South Downtown Apartment is $995 at Pennsylvania.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Park - South Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Park - South Downtown is starting from $1,795 at Kentucky 540.
What is the most affordable University Park - South Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Park - South Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Modera St. Petersburg and starts from $3,850.
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