
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $300 (134 Rentals)
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The Hyde Park Collection

Rosewood

3105 W Spruce St

8505 Channelview Cir

The Ava Apartments

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Rocky Creek Village

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Coopers Pond

4605 N Hubert Ave

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3320 W Kathleen St
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Villas of Legends Field South

Newport

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Belara Lakes

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Courtney Cove Apartment Homes

2301 N Jefferson St

8535 Channelview Cir

8562 Channelview Cir

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3902 W Sligh Ave, Unit ABCD

Westshore Crossing

The Park at Avanti
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Buena Vista Apartments

Grande Oasis at Carrollwood

9013 Westchester Cir

Haven at Waters Edge

Deerpath on the Lake

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Beach Club

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Legend Oaks

The Park on Waters

Dauphine Apartments

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1411 W Wood St, Unit Wood
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206 N Beverly Ave, Unit 206 N Beverly Ave

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Pine Tree Apartments

Captiva Club Apartments

Lake Azzure Apartments

WestShore Apartments

Foxcroft Apartments

Arbour Ponds Apartments

Ascent Citrus Park

3712 W Cass St

Boardwalk Apartments
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Park Place Apartments

Milana Reserve Apartment Homes

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The Park at Lake Como

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Tuscany Pointe at Tampa Apartment Homes

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WestEnd

1905 W St Louis St

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1701 W Cherry St, Unit Unit A

8505 N Tampa St

4501 Bray Rd

Atwater Westchase
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West Tampa, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Tampa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Tampa Studio Apartments | $1,791 | $800 | $5,985 |
| West Tampa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $900 | $6,252 |
| West Tampa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,256 | $8,872 |
| West Tampa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $1,658 | $10,000+ |
| West Tampa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,036 | $1,517 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 134 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Tampa Neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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Cheapest Available West Tampa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Tampa area of Tampa, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Columbus Court priced from $753. Rocky Creek Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable West Tampa apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $753 |
| Rocky Creek Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Coopers Pond | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Villas of Legends Field South | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,071 |
| Newport | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,073 |
| The Ava Apartments | 1x1 - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Courtney Cove Apartment Homes | The Starfish | Studio,1BA | $1,094 |
| Belara Lakes | Crane | 1BR,1BA | $1,094 |
| 2301 N Jefferson St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Tampa, FL
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Tampa area is the $1.68 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Commons in the in the West Tampa neighborhood starting from $2,685. The second greatest value West Tampa apartment is the Waterstone Model at Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments starting at $1,979 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Pelican Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Tampa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commons | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Waterview at Rocky Point Apartments | Waterstone | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | Townhouse St Andrews | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Meridian Luxury Condominiums | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Citrus Run | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Tampa Woods | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Belara Lakes | Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Foxcroft Apartments | Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 206 N Beverly Ave, Unit 206 N Beverly Ave | 206 N Beverly Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
| Columbus Court | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Tampa, Tampa, and the greater Tampa area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Tampa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Tampa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Tampa is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Tampa?
The cheapest apartment in West Tampa is Villas of Legends Field South which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in West Tampa costs $6,441.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Tampa?
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 135 regular apartments in West Tampa 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 West Tampa?
Cheap apartments in West Tampa have an average cost of $726 which is $5,715 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Tampa.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Tampa
Written by: Vickie Ferguson
Hi, and welcome to ApartmentHomeLiving.com, we're here to provide you with all the information you need about top areas in and around Tampa that are great choices to call home.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.