
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Bay Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $800 (41 Rentals)
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Newport

Rocky Creek Village

Atwater Westchase

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WestEnd

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BAYVUE

Ascent Citrus Park

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Hanley Place
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Vantage on Hillsborough Apartments

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Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments

Palmera Pointe

6210 Imperial Key

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Valencia at Westchase

9217 Tudor Dr, Unit A108

6308 Newtown Cir

6314 Newtown Cir, Unit 14A2

Veranda at Westchase

West Park Village by ARIUM

Amira at Westly

Rocky Creek Apartments
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8823 W Robson St

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Schooner Apartments

6324 Newtown Cir

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The Park at Lake Como

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9101 W Hillsborough Ave
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8310 Oak Forest Ct

9009 Tudor Dr

6336 Newtown Cir

6314 Newtown Cir

9218 Tudor Dr

6332 Newtown Cir

6345 Newtown Cir

9105 Tudor Dr
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West Bay, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bay Studio Apartments | $1,364 | $850 | $2,028 |
| West Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $999 | $3,779 |
| West Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $1,420 | $6,380 |
| West Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $1,700 | $5,012 |
| West Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $2,225 | $2,510 |
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Cheapest Available West Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Bay area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Rocky Creek Village priced from $1,000. Atwater Westchase has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable West Bay apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Creek Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Atwater Westchase | Studio Reno | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| WestEnd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,101 |
| Ascent Citrus Park | Moro | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Park at Lake Como | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Audubon Village | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Captiva Club Apartments | Calusa | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Mallory Square | Bahia | 1BR,1BA | $1,402 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bay, FL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Bay area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 BED / 2 BATH Model at Tampa Woods in the in the Pelican Island neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value West Bay apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Rocky Creek Apartments starting at $2,284 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Pelican Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Woods | 2 BED / 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments | Waterstone Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Veranda at Westchase | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| West Park Village by ARIUM | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Mallory Square | Baybreeze | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Palmera Pointe | 1x1 775 SQ FT | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Valencia at Westchase | The Shore | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Hanley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Bay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Bay is at Rocky Creek Village listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bay Apartment is $999 at Newport.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Bay is starting from $1,420 at Hanley Place.
What is the most affordable West Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments and starts from $1,700.
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