Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $500 (142 Rentals)

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Vista Palms
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$1,054 - $1,339
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$999 - $1,284
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$1,054 - $1,339
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 9

Vista Palms

1701 E 131st AveTampa, FL 33612
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Vista North
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$1,099 - $1,600
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$1,099 - $1,600
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$1,099 - $1,600
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 15

Vista North

2200 Cedar Trace CirTampa, FL 33613
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Montierra Apartments
$1,155 - $1,630
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$995 - $1,470
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$160
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$1,155 - $1,630
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Montierra Apartments

14401 N 22nd StTampa, FL 33613
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Uptown Apartments
$1,170 - $1,675
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$995 - $1,500
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$175
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$1,170 - $1,675
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Uptown Apartments

2002 Colonial Parc DrTampa, FL 33612
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Serenity Lake Apartments
$1,198 - $2,030
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$1,068 - $1,900
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$130
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$1,198 - $2,030
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Serenity Lake Apartments

14566 Seaford CirTampa, FL 33613
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The Flats on 52nd
$1,200 - $1,400
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$1,100 - $1,300
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$1,200 - $1,400
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The Flats on 52nd

11312 N 52nd StTampa, FL 33617
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Viridian Apartments
$1,206 - $2,192
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$1,163 - $2,149
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Viridian Apartments

12702 University Club DrTampa, FL 33612
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Cambridge Woods
$1,229 - $1,983
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$1,071 - $1,825
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$158
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$1,229 - $1,983
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Cambridge Woods

14138 Monterey Pines DrTampa, FL 33613
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University, Tampa, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village priced from $802. Vue Tampa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $879. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copeland VillageStudioStudio,1BA$802
Vue Tampa4BR/4BA - Platinum4BR,4BA$879
Bella Mar Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath - A11BR,1BA$899
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$930
The Wave Apartments1/1S1BR,1BA$999
The Lenox ApartmentsThe MapleStudio,1BA$999
Verra North1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Viva Tampa1x1 Standard1BR,1BA$1,099
Regency Square Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1,099
Andover Club ApartmentsStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, FL

As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the University 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 apartment is the Deerwood - 4 x 4 Model at The Standard at Tampa starting at $1,075 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University 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
The Standard at TampaDeerwood - 4 x 44BR,4BA$0.73
Venue at North CampusD14BR,4BA$0.61
Palm Flats Apartments$1500 In Free Rent + Reduced Rents!2BR,2BA$1.10
Uptown Palms ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.28
Armature Gate TownhomesB12BR,2BA$1.28
Vue Tampa3BR/3BA - Gold3BR,3BA$0.85
42N3x3 A3BR,3BA$0.80
Reflections3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room3BR,3BA$0.66
Lark on 42nd2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.21

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Tampa

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University, Tampa, FL

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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Tampa. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in University costs $1,526.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

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 328 regular apartments in University 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?

Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $745 which is $781 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.

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