Average Rent in Tampa, FL

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Current Versus Historical Tampa, FL Rents

Tampa rentals average $1,916 for a studio rental to $4,100 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,579, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in May 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $3,498 (-65.48%) year-over-year from $5,342 to $1,844. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $102 (5.59%) year-over-year from $1,818 to $1,920. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $130 (5.80%) year-over-year from $2,247 to $2,377. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $250 (9.26%) year-over-year from $2,700 to $2,950. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $385 (10.36%) year-over-year from $3,715 to $4,100. 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 up by 3.31% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.88% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.42% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.31% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.84% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	May 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$3.38	$1,844	$5,342 (-65.48%)	$1,613 (14.33%)
1 BR	$3.67	$1,920	$1,818 (5.59%)	$1,466 (30.94%)
2 BR	$2.39	$2,377	$2,247 (5.80%)	$1,789 (32.89%)
3 BR	$2.08	$2,950	$2,700 (9.26%)	$2,133 (38.28%)
4+ BR	$1.89	$4,100	$3,715 (10.36%)	$2,480 (65.32%)

Historical Rents in Tampa, FL

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Top Cities Near Tampa

There are a total of 16 cities nearby Tampa. The average rent in Tampa is currently $2,310 per month. A total of 11 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that University, FL, with an average rent of $1,650, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Tampa, FL is St. Pete Beach, FL. Monthly rents here are on average $3,950 per month.

Let's compare Tampa, FL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 25.17% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Tampa, FL are about 25.51% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 1.75% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 16 total cities near Tampa, FL in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
University, FL	N/A	$1,235	$1,700	$1,650
Brandon, FL	N/A	$1,495	$1,775	$1,975
Town 'n' Country, FL	N/A	$1,450	$1,950	$1,988
Sun City Center, FL	N/A	$1,600	$1,973	$2,100
Largo, FL	$1,463	$1,425	$1,950	$2,130
Palm Harbor, FL	N/A	$1,700	$2,100	$2,248
Riverview, FL	N/A	$1,637	$1,900	$2,373
Wesley Chapel, FL	N/A	N/A	$1,875	$2,400
St. Petersburg, FL	$1,330	$1,700	$2,500	$2,450
Clearwater, FL	$2,500	$1,600	$3,050	$3,000

Top Neighborhoods Near Tampa

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near Tampa. Some of these neighborhoods include Carver City - Lincoln Gardens, Channel District, and Isla del Sol. We've included all of these top 6 neighborhoods in or near Tampa, FL in the following chart.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near Tampa, FL is currently around $2,750 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only five neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,750. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Tampa's average rent, which is only $2,579. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Tampa, Carver City - Lincoln Gardens has the most affordable average rent at $2,322 per month. Whereas, at $4,500 average rent per month, Clearwater Beach is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Tampa. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Carver City - Lincoln Gardens, Tampa, FL	$1,850	$2,138	$2,928	$2,322
Channel District, Tampa, FL	$2,000	$2,529	$3,865	$2,604
Isla del Sol, St. Petersburg, FL	N/A	$2,700	$2,600	$2,699
Heritage Harbour, Myakka City, FL	N/A	N/A	$2,613	$2,800
Sand Key, Clearwater, FL	$2,600	$3,600	$4,000	$4,200
Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, FL	$2,300	$2,850	$4,000	$4,500

Top Counties Near Tampa

There are a total of 6 counties located by Tampa, FL. Some of these counties include New Port Richey, FL, Brandon, FL, and Ruskin, FL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,393. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 13 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lakeland, FL. It's average rent per month is $1,850. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,700, St. Pete Beach, FL is the most expensive county by Tampa, FL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Tampa, FL is 26.03% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Tampa, FL is 26.83% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
New Port Richey, FL	$1,675	$1,350	$1,700	$1,895
Brandon, FL	N/A	$1,545	$1,775	$1,998
Ruskin, FL	N/A	$1,600	$2,000	$2,250
Tarpon Springs, FL	N/A	$1,750	$1,995	$2,273
Palm River-Gibsonton, FL	N/A	N/A	$1,975	$2,300
Tampa, FL	$1,916	$2,088	$2,116	$2,400
St. Petersburg, FL	$1,318	$1,700	$2,450	$2,400
Wimauma-Riverview, FL	N/A	$1,747	$1,925	$2,460
Clearwater, FL	$2,000	$1,600	$2,407	$2,500
Keystone-Citrus Park, FL	N/A	$1,500	$2,000	$2,600

Top Zipcodes Near Tampa

There are a total of 32 zipcodes in or near Tampa, FL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,438. A total of 20 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 33617, Temple Terrace, FL at $1,550 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,200 per month is 33767, Clearwater, FL.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Tampa, FL is $1,672 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,221 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in Tampa, FL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
33767, Clearwater, FL	$2,600	$2,800	$4,000	$4,200
33706, St. Pete Beach, FL	$1,400	$2,200	$3,500	$3,700
33647, Tampa, FL	N/A	$1,430	$1,700	$1,985
33607, Tampa, FL	$1,844	$2,138	$2,888	$2,400
33606, Tampa, FL	$1,714	$1,796	$2,875	$2,550
33708, Boca Ciega, FL	$1,700	$2,300	$3,500	$3,500
34698, Dunedin, FL	$1,695	$1,670	$2,100	$2,190
34209, Bradenton, FL	N/A	$2,195	$2,800	$3,100
33578, Progress Village, FL	N/A	N/A	$1,913	$2,200
34210, Bradenton, FL	N/A	$2,250	$3,000	$3,500

Frequently Asked Questions - Tampa Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Tampa, FL?

The average monthly rental price for Tampa, FL apartments for rent is approximately $2,579. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 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 Tampa, FL.

How much is a studio apartment in Tampa, FL?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,916 and an average price per square feet of $3.38. There are a total of 50 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Tampa.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,163 and an average price per square feet of $3.67. There are a total of 333 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Tampa.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,734 and an average price per square feet of $2.39. There are a total of 332 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Tampa.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Tampa, FL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.65%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Tampa, FL?

A reasonable rent price in Tampa, FL is around $2,063/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.