Average Rent in Tampa, FL

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Current Versus Historical Tampa, FL Rents

Tampa rentals average $999 for a studio rental to $4,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,500, or roughly $25 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $604 (-37.69%) year-over-year from $1,603 to $999. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $80 (-5.06%) year-over-year from $1,580 to $1,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $104 (-5.00%) year-over-year from $2,082 to $1,978. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $50 (-1.75%) year-over-year from $2,850 to $2,800. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $392 (10.28%) year-over-year from $3,808 to $4,200. 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 0.07% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.64% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.72% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.03% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.01% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $39.84 $999 $1,603 (-37.69%) $1,872 (-46.63%)
1 BR $29.17 $1,500 $1,580 (-5.06%) $1,775 (-15.49%)
2 BR $24.33 $1,978 $2,082 (-5.00%) $2,198 (-10.05%)
3 BR $24.28 $2,800 $2,850 (-1.75%) $2,878 (-2.72%)
4+ BR $22.54 $4,200 $3,808 (10.28%) $3,898 (7.74%)

Historical Rents in Tampa, FL

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Top Cities Near Tampa

There are a total of 27 cities nearby Tampa. The average rent in Tampa is currently $2,100 per month. A total of 22 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 Tampa, FL is Longboat Key, FL. Monthly rents here are on average $7,000 per month.

Let's compare Tampa, FL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Tampa, FL is 10.91% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 0.33% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Tampa, FL are about 3.92% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 10.71% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 27 total cities near 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
Riverview, FL N/A $1,500 $1,873 $2,400
St. Petersburg, FL $1,250 $1,650 $2,495 $2,400
Clearwater, FL $1,848 $1,500 $2,800 $2,650
Apollo Beach, FL N/A N/A $2,100 $2,900

Top Neighborhoods Near Tampa

There are a total of 10 neighborhoods in or near Tampa. Some of these neighborhoods include East Tampa, Old Seminole Heights, and Heritage Harbour. We've included all of these top 10 neighborhoods in or near Tampa, FL in the following table.

The average rent for these 10 neighborhoods in or near Tampa, FL is currently around $2,749 per month. A total of 3 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,749. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Tampa's average rent, which is only $2,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Tampa, East Tampa has the most affordable average rent at $2,088 per month. Whereas, at $6,000 average rent per month, Downtown St. Petersburg is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Tampa. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
East Tampa, Tampa, FL $1,100 $1,025 $1,625 $2,088
Old Seminole Heights, Tampa, FL $800 $1,413 $1,963 $2,500
Heritage Harbour, Myakka City, FL N/A N/A $2,400 $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 Tampa

There are a total of 22 counties located by Tampa, FL. Some of these counties include New Port Richey, FL, Tarpon Springs, FL, and Palm River-Gibsonton, FL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,300. That's roughly around $18 per sqft. A total of 16 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 Tampa, FL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Tampa, FL is 5.50% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Tampa, FL is 3.92% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
New Port Richey, FL N/A $1,233 $1,595 $1,995
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
Ruskin, FL $1,138 $1,495 $1,900 $2,300
Plant City, FL N/A $1,150 $1,498 $2,300
St. Petersburg, FL $1,300 $1,600 $2,400 $2,400
Keystone-Citrus Park, FL $1,250 $1,425 $1,950 $2,525

Top Zipcodes Near Tampa

There are a total of 41 zipcodes in or near Tampa, FL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,200. A total of 29 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 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 Tampa, FL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
33602, Tampa, FL $999 $2,200 $3,300 $3,200
33609, Tampa, FL N/A $1,688 $2,500 $2,995
33606, Tampa, FL N/A $2,495 $2,500 $3,000
33629, Tampa, FL N/A $1,495 $3,500 $5,500
33614, Egypt Lake-Leto, FL $1,069 $1,250 $1,695 $1,650
33604, Tampa, FL $800 $1,288 $1,675 $1,950
33607, Tampa, FL N/A $1,800 $2,200 $2,700
33611, Tampa, FL N/A $1,600 $2,049 $2,795
33605, Tampa, FL $1,300 $1,300 $1,798 $1,898
33578, Progress Village, FL N/A $1,500 $1,900 $2,199

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 $2,500. 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 $999 and an average price per square feet of $39.84. There are a total of 17 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 $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $29.17. There are a total of 144 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 $1,978 and an average price per square feet of $24.33. There are a total of 312 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 -0.38%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Tampa, FL?
A reasonable rent price in Tampa, FL is around $2,000/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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