Cheap Homes for Rent in University Square Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (15 Rentals)

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property at 1306 E 137th Ave

$1,149

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1306 E 137th Ave

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 $802. 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 Square apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$802
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A11BR,1BA$899
Regency Square ApartmentsSTUDStudio,1BA$929
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$930
The Wave Apartments1/1S1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Square area is the $0.53 price per square foot Lumpkin A 4 x 4 Model at The Retreat at Tampa in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $935. The second greatest value University Square apartment is the 4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum Model at Cove Commons starting at $1,190 with a $0.73 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.
The Retreat at TampaLumpkin A 4 x 44BR,4BA$0.53
Cove Commons4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum4BR,4.5BA$0.73
Venue at North CampusD14BR,4BA$0.61
Palm Flats Apartments$1500 In Free Rent + Reduced Rents!2BR,2BA$1.10
Spanish Trace3x23BR,2BA$1.16
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.80
Uptown Palms ApartmentsB12BR,1.5BA$1.24
Reflections3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room3BR,3BA$0.74
The Metropolitan TampaB2 - 2x22BR,2BA$1.30
Lark on 42nd2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.16

Frequently Asked Questions about University Square

What type of rentals are currently available in University Square?

There are currently 351 Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL with pricing that ranges from $569 to $5,589. There are also 69 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 $1,728.

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 $699 to $5,589, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $569.

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