What is the average apartment size in Tampa?

The average size for a Tampa, FL apartment is 926 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Tampa?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Tampa is $2,009 per month, a 0.97% decrease from last year’s average of $2,029.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Tampa?

In Tampa, studios rent for $1,475 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,727 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,074 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,624 per month

What is the average apartment size in Tampa?

The typical apartment in Tampa offers about 926 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Tampa?

Studio apartments in Tampa average 446 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 708 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,056 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,364 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa include North Tampa ($1,179/month), Temple Crest ($1,230/month), and Plaza Terrace ($1,458/month), all below the citywide average of $2,009.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa are Uptown Tampa ($2,955/month), Downtown Tampa ($2,980/month), and Harbour Island ($3,185/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Tampa, FL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Tampa?

The typical rent budget in Tampa ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 36% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Tampa?

In Tampa, 50% of households rent while 50% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Tampa is $2,009, a 0.97% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,029.

Studio Apartments at $1,475 offer the most budget-friendly option with 446 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 708 square feet for $1,727, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,074 offer 1,056 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,364 sq ft) for $2,624, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Tampa, FL

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,009	926 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,475	446 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,727	708 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,074	1,056 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,624	1,364 sq. ft.

Tampa, FL rent trends

Rental prices in Tampa, FL have decreased by 0.97% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,029 to $2,009.

What's the typical rent budget in Tampa, FL?

The largest share of rentals in Tampa, FL (36%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Tampa, FL?

79,930 or 50% of the households in Tampa, FL are renter-occupied while 80,597 or 50% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa?

North Tampa $1,179/month

Temple Crest $1,230/month

Plaza Terrace $1,458/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,009/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa?

Uptown Tampa $2,955/month

Downtown Tampa $2,980/month

Harbour Island $3,185/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Tampa, FL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Harbour Island	$3,185
Downtown Tampa	$2,980
Uptown Tampa	$2,955
Riverfront	$2,891
Westshore Palms	$2,829
Channel District	$2,667
Tampa International Airport	$2,530
Courier City - Oscawana	$2,411
North Hyde Park	$2,376
Port Tampa	$2,355
Carver City - Lincoln Gardens	$2,246
Gandy - Sun Bay South	$2,187
MacDill Airforce Base	$2,008
Terrace Park	$1,971
Ybor	$1,957
Tampa Palms	$1,842
West Meadows	$1,836
Hunters Green - Cory Lake Isles	$1,754
University Square	$1,753
Bayside West	$1,690
Old Seminole Heights	$1,687
Ridgewood Park	$1,686
Temple Terrace	$1,649
Wellswood	$1,622
Gray Gables	$1,598
Lowry Park	$1,585
Plaza Terrace	$1,458
Temple Crest	$1,230
North Tampa	$1,179

Tampa | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bayside West is 25% lower than in Carver City - Lincoln Gardens

$1,690

Bayside West rent is 16% lower than Tampa average

Average Rent $1,690

$2,246

Carver City - Lincoln Gardens rent is 12% higher than Tampa average

Average Rent $2,246

How Tampa Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Tampa	$2,009
Miami	$2,721
Jacksonville	$1,495
Kissimmee	$1,821
Fort Myers	$1,758
Orlando	$1,802
Cape Coral	$1,705
Fort Lauderdale	$2,727
St. Petersburg	$2,028
West Palm Beach	$2,407
Clearwater	$1,808
Largo, FL	$1,624
Dunedin, FL	$1,877
Temple Terrace, FL	$1,649
Pinellas Park, FL	$1,886
Seminole, FL	$1,813
Tarpon Springs, FL	$1,591
Zephyrhills, FL	$1,588
Dade City, FL	$955
New Port Richey, FL	$1,337
Oldsmar, FL	$1,474

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Tampa apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.