
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Tampa Bay Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $900 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Upper Tampa Bay area of Tampa.


Mallory Square

Veranda at Westchase

Preserve at Mobbly Bay

Cortland Bayport
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The Preserve at Westchase

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210 Saint Petersburg Dr E

The Gardens of Forest Lakes
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Upper Tampa Bay, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Tampa Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Tampa Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $950 | $3,779 |
| Upper Tampa Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $1,358 | $3,475 |
| Upper Tampa Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $1,891 | $4,616 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Tampa Bay Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available Upper Tampa Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Tampa Bay area of Tampa, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Newport priced from $950. The Preserve at Westchase has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,423. Here are the most affordable Upper Tampa Bay apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Preserve at Westchase | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,423 |
| Preserve at Mobbly Bay | Azalea | Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Tampa Bay, FL
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Tampa Bay area is the $1.97 price per square foot Coral Model at Mallory Square in the in the West Tampa neighborhood starting from $2,117. The second greatest value Upper Tampa Bay apartment is the 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH - A2 Model at Veranda at Westchase starting at $1,549 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the West Tampa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Tampa Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallory Square | Coral | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Veranda at Westchase | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH - A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Villas at Westchase | One Bedroom One Bath (839 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Preserve at Westchase | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Preserve at Mobbly Bay | Azalea | Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Cortland Bayport | Bay North | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Tampa Bay Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Tampa Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Upper Tampa Bay is Newport which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Upper Tampa Bay costs $2,580.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Tampa Bay?
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 57 regular apartments in Upper Tampa Bay that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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