Average Rent in East Tampa, Tampa, FL

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Current Versus Historical East Tampa, Tampa, FL Rents

East Tampa rentals average $1,100 for a studio rental to $2,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,088, or roughly $21 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $319 (-22.46%) year-over-year from $1,419 to $1,100. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $173 (-14.46%) year-over-year from $1,198 to $1,025. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $118 (7.79%) year-over-year from $1,508 to $1,625. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $42 (1.93%) year-over-year from $2,158 to $2,200. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $950 (48.72%) year-over-year from $1,950 to $2,900. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 3.65% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.13% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.36% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.97% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 21.30% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$36.67	$1,100	$1,419 (-22.46%)	$2,001 (-45.04%)
1 BR	$21.60	$1,025	$1,198 (-14.46%)	$1,616 (-36.57%)
2 BR	$29.27	$1,625	$1,508 (7.79%)	$1,684 (-3.49%)
3 BR	$20.92	$2,200	$2,158 (1.93%)	$2,066 (6.49%)
4+ BR	$18.51	$2,900	$1,950 (48.72%)	$2,298 (26.18%)

Historical Rents in East Tampa, Tampa, FL

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Top Cities Near East Tampa

There are a total of 27 cities nearby East Tampa. The average rent in East Tampa is currently $2,100 per month. A total of 13 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that University, FL, with an average rent of $1,573, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near East Tampa, Tampa, FL is Longboat Key, FL. Monthly rents here are on average $7,000 per month.

Let's compare East Tampa, Tampa, FL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in East Tampa, Tampa, FL is 19.09% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 45.85% more affordable. Two bedrooms in East Tampa, Tampa, FL are about 16.92% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 13.64% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 27 total cities near East Tampa, Tampa, FL in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
University, FL	N/A	$1,160	$1,573	$1,573
Egypt Lake-Leto, FL	$1,034	$1,250	$1,725	$1,700
Town 'n' Country, FL	$1,350	$1,415	$1,900	$1,950
East Lake, FL	N/A	$1,295	$1,900	$1,975
Carrollwood, FL	N/A	$1,370	$1,800	$2,000
Brandon, FL	N/A	$1,350	$1,650	$2,100
Wesley Chapel, FL	N/A	$1,550	$1,875	$2,385
Riverview, FL	N/A	$1,500	$1,873	$2,400
Tampa, FL	$999	$1,500	$1,978	$2,500
Apollo Beach, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,100	$2,900

Top Neighborhoods Near East Tampa

There are a total of 9 neighborhoods in or near East Tampa. Some of these neighborhoods include Heritage Harbour, Old Seminole Heights, and Isla del Sol. We've included all of these top 9 neighborhoods in or near East Tampa, Tampa, FL in the following table.

The average rent for these 9 neighborhoods in or near East Tampa, Tampa, FL is currently around $2,898 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than East Tampa's average rent, which is only $2,088. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near East Tampa, Old Seminole Heights has the most affordable average rent at $2,500 per month. Whereas, at $6,000 average rent per month, Downtown St. Petersburg is the most expensive neighborhood in or near East Tampa. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Heritage Harbour, Myakka City, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,400	$2,500
Old Seminole Heights, Tampa, FL	$800	$1,413	$1,963	$2,500
Isla del Sol, St. Petersburg, FL	N/A	$2,200	$2,650	$2,600
The Meadows, FL	N/A	$1,700	$2,300	$2,600
Sun Bay South, Tampa, FL	N/A	$1,345	$2,450	$2,898
Lakewood Ranch, Myakka City, FL	N/A	$1,603	$3,161	$3,295
Sand Key, Clearwater, FL	$2,825	$2,300	$4,000	$4,300
Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, FL	$2,148	$3,000	$4,000	$4,350
Downtown St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg, FL	$1,595	$2,450	$6,050	$6,000

Top Counties Near East Tampa

There are a total of 24 counties located by East Tampa, Tampa, FL. Some of these counties include Tarpon Springs, FL, Palm River-Gibsonton, FL, and Brandon, FL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,300. That's roughly around $18 per sqft. A total of 7 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lakeland, FL. Its average rent per month is $1,800. Vice versa, with an average rent of $7,200, Longboat Key, FL is the most expensive county by East Tampa, Tampa, FL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in East Tampa, Tampa, FL is 38.29% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in East Tampa, Tampa, FL is 16.92% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Tarpon Springs, FL	$945	$1,725	$1,900	$2,000
Palm River-Gibsonton, FL	N/A	$1,400	$1,900	$2,100
Brandon, FL	N/A	$1,363	$1,650	$2,150
Clearwater, FL	$1,700	$1,500	$2,200	$2,250
Tampa, FL	$1,000	$1,400	$1,800	$2,300
Plant City, FL	N/A	$1,150	$1,498	$2,300
Ruskin, FL	$1,138	$1,495	$1,900	$2,300
St. Petersburg, FL	$1,300	$1,600	$2,400	$2,400
Wimauma-Riverview, FL	N/A	$1,500	$1,895	$2,498
Keystone-Citrus Park, FL	$1,250	$1,425	$1,950	$2,525

Top Zipcodes Near East Tampa

There are a total of 41 zipcodes in or near East Tampa, Tampa, FL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,250. A total of 16 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 33612, Tampa, FL at $1,450 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $5,500 per month is 33629, Tampa, FL.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near East Tampa, Tampa, FL is $1,500 per month. Or in other words, $26 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,900 per month. Which comes out to $23 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in East Tampa, Tampa, FL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
33605, Tampa, FL	$1,300	$1,300	$1,798	$1,898
33602, Tampa, FL	$999	$2,200	$3,300	$3,200
33604, Tampa, FL	$800	$1,288	$1,675	$1,950
33610, East Lake-Orient Park, FL	$1,100	$1,663	$1,598	$2,021
33606, Tampa, FL	N/A	$2,495	$2,500	$3,000
33617, Temple Terrace, FL	$1,038	$1,228	$1,550	$1,600
33614, Egypt Lake-Leto, FL	$1,069	$1,250	$1,695	$1,650
33619, Palm River-Clair Mel, FL	N/A	$1,400	$1,688	$1,900
33612, Tampa, FL	$875	$1,100	$1,350	$1,450
33607, Tampa, FL	N/A	$1,800	$2,200	$2,700

Frequently Asked Questions - East Tampa Average Rents

What is the average rent price in East Tampa, Tampa, FL?

The average monthly rental price for East Tampa, Tampa, FL apartments for rent is approximately $2,088. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do East Tampa, Tampa, FL rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in East Tampa, Tampa, FL.

How much is a studio apartment in East Tampa, Tampa, FL?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,100 and an average price per square feet of $36.67. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in East Tampa.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in East Tampa, Tampa, FL?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,025 and an average price per square feet of $21.60. There are a total of 4 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in East Tampa.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in East Tampa, Tampa, FL?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,625 and an average price per square feet of $29.27. There are a total of 11 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in East Tampa.

How have rent prices in East Tampa, Tampa, FL changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in East Tampa, Tampa, FL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.22%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in East Tampa, Tampa, FL?

A reasonable rent price in East Tampa, Tampa, FL is around $1,670/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.