Cheap Homes for Rent in University Square Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (35 Rentals)

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property at 1306 E 137th Ave

$1,145

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$1,145

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$1,145

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1306 E 137th Ave

TampaFL33613

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property at 9413 N Mulberry St

$1,300

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9413 N Mulberry St
TampaFL33612
property at 1810 E 143rd Ave

$1,345

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$1,345

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$1,345

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1810 E 143rd Ave, Unit 2

1810 E 143rd Ave
TampaFL33613

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property at 14458 Reuter Strasse Cir

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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14458 Reuter Strasse Cir, Unit 705

14458 Reuter Strasse Cir
TampaFL33613

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Cheapest Available University Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Square area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village priced from $762. Columbia Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable University Square apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$762
Columbia Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$895
Shadow Pines2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$940
Verra North1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Park EastArcadia1BR,1BA$999
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A11BR,1BA$999
The Wave Apartments1/1S1BR,1BA$999
Vista PalmsA1R1BR,1BA$1,049
The Bahia ApartmentsThe InletStudio,1BA$1,050
Serenity Lake ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Square area is the $0.52 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Durango - Platinum Model at Cove Commons in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value University Square apartment is the Lumpkin A 4 x 4 Model at The Retreat at Tampa starting at $935 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cove Commons5BR/5.5BA - Durango - Platinum5BR,5.5BA$0.52
The Retreat at TampaLumpkin A 4 x 44BR,4BA$0.53
Union on FletcherD14BR,4BA$0.76
The Metropolitan TampaD3 - 4x44BR,4BA$0.70
The Standard at TampaHamlet - 5 x 35BR,3BA$0.65
Reflections4-4U Premium w/ Quartz Countertops4BR,4BA$0.49
Venue at North CampusD14BR,4BA$0.61
Forest Lake2BR/2BA - B3 Standard2BR,2BA$0.94
Columbia Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.02
U Lake2x2 B2BR,2BA$1.17

Frequently Asked Questions about University Square

What type of rentals are currently available in University Square?

There are currently 372 Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL with pricing that ranges from $509 to $4,647. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Square ranging from $875 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Square ranges from $875 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,706.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Square range from $689 to $4,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $509.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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