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University Park - South Downtown, Tampa, FL Local Guide

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 Northbay Villas priced from $1,195. The Wayland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,559. Here are the most affordable University Park - South Downtown apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northbay VillasStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,195
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,559
Hideout ParkQueen1BR,1BA$1,600
Satoshi Sol-FULLY FURNISHED AND ALL INCLUSIVEStudio1BR,1BA$1,650
The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Kentucky 540Home2BR,1BA$1,795
Vantage St. PeteBayshore | Studio | SignatureStudio,1BA$1,869
Arte St. PeteS1x 0x1Studio,1BA$1,993
Beacon 430StudioStudio,1BA$2,028

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park - South Downtown, FL

As of June 22, 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 B2 Model at 930 Central Flats starting at $3,220 with a $2.88 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AvantiB122BR,2.5BA$2.66
930 Central FlatsB22BR,2BA$2.88
600 Highland St N, Unit 3600 Highland St N2BR,1BA$1.59
618 7th Ave N, Unit A618 7th Ave N2BR,1BA$2.38
Kentucky 540Home2BR,1BA$2.11
201 6th St S, Unit #106201 6th St S2BR,1BA$3.12
The Vinoy Courtyard Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.75
Beacon 430StudioStudio ,1BA$3.53
The WaylandStudio, One Bath North Tower PStudio ,1BA$3.51
Northbay VillasStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$3.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park - South Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park - South Downtown?

There are currently 402 Apartments for Rent in University Park - South Downtown, FL with pricing that ranges from $895 to $11,437. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park - South Downtown ranging from $1,275 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Park - South Downtown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Park - South Downtown ranges from $1,275 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,495.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Park - South Downtown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Park - South Downtown range from $1,895 to $11,437, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,099 to $4,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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