
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $500 (37 Rentals)
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5326 Whiteway Dr, Unit 5326 Whiteway Drive
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $852 | $1,890 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $614 | $2,971 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $728 | $3,262 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $669 | $5,498 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $922 | $589 | $1,999 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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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 $762. 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 apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copeland Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $762 |
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 42N | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $930 |
| Shadow Pines | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $940 |
| Verra North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Wave Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lago Bello Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Timberfalls Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Bahia Apartments | The Inlet | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, FL
As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.69 price per square foot Hamlet - 5 x 3 Model at The Standard at Tampa in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value University apartment is the 4x2 Model at Spanish Trace starting at $1,596 with a $1.17 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard at Tampa | Hamlet - 5 x 3 | 5BR,3BA | $0.69 |
| Spanish Trace | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Venue at North Campus | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| Royal Palm Key | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Vue Tampa | 3BR/3BA - Gold | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| 42N | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Reflections | 3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room | 3BR,3BA | $0.78 |
| Grove At Temple Terrace | 2-1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 5326 Whiteway Dr, Unit 5326 Whiteway Drive | 5326 Whiteway Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Lark on 42nd | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
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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 $1,050.
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 $1,475.
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 265 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 $645 which is $830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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