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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Tampa is $2,011 per month, a 1.68% decrease from last years average of $2,045.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Tampa?

In Tampa, studios rent for $1,459 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,722 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,080 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,630 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 709 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,058 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 ($1,167/month), Temple Crest ($1,184/month), and Plaza Terrace ($1,387/month), all below the citywide average of $2,011.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa are Downtown Tampa ($2,980/month), Harbour Island ($3,257/month), and Uptown Tampa ($3,261/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 33% 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: April 03, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Tampa is $2,011, a 1.68% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,045.

Studio Apartments at $1,459 offer the most budget-friendly option with 446 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 709 square feet for $1,722, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,080 offer 1,058 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,364 sq ft) for $2,630, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Tampa, FL

Last updated: April 03, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,011	926 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,459	446 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,722	709 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,080	1,058 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,630	1,364 sq. ft.

Tampa, FL rent trends

Rental prices in Tampa, FL have decreased by 1.68% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,045 to $2,011.

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

The largest share of rentals in Tampa, FL (33%) 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?

82,595 or 50% of the households in Tampa, FL are renter-occupied while 83,683 or 50% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa?

North Tampa $1,167/month

Temple Crest $1,184/month

Plaza Terrace $1,387/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,011/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa?

Downtown Tampa $2,980/month

Harbour Island $3,257/month

Uptown Tampa $3,261/month

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

Average Rent in Tampa, FL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Uptown Tampa	$3,261
Harbour Island	$3,257
Downtown Tampa	$2,980
Riverfront	$2,877
Westshore Palms	$2,783
Channel District	$2,709
Tampa International Airport	$2,505
Courier City - Oscawana	$2,411
North Hyde Park	$2,315
Tampa Heights	$2,313
Carver City - Lincoln Gardens	$2,283
Port Tampa	$2,270
Gandy - Sun Bay South	$2,188
Beach Park	$2,042
MacDill Airforce Base	$1,992
Terrace Park	$1,915
Ybor	$1,869
West Meadows	$1,848
Ridgewood Park	$1,790
University Square	$1,784
Tampa Palms	$1,784
Hunters Green - Cory Lake Isles	$1,755
Bayside West	$1,739
Old Seminole Heights	$1,728
Wellswood	$1,686
Temple Terrace	$1,631
Fair Oaks - Manhattan Manor	$1,627
Lowry Park	$1,528
Gray Gables	$1,513
Plaza Terrace	$1,387
Temple Crest	$1,184
North Tampa	$1,167

Tampa | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bayside West is 15% lower than in Beach Park

$1,739

Bayside West rent is 14% lower than Tampa average

Average Rent $1,739

$2,042

Beach Park rent is 2% higher than Tampa average

Average Rent $2,042

How Tampa Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Tampa	$2,011
Jacksonville	$1,493
Cape Coral	$1,688
Kissimmee	$1,795
Miami	$2,732
Fort Myers	$1,719
North Port	$1,688
Lakeland	$1,525
Orlando	$1,782
Port St. Lucie	$2,141
St. Petersburg	$2,017
Clearwater, FL	$1,807
Largo, FL	$1,608
Pinellas Park, FL	$1,865
Temple Terrace, FL	$1,631
Tarpon Springs, FL	$1,591
New Port Richey, FL	$1,356
Dade City, FL	$1,039
Seminole, FL	$1,830
Zephyrhills, FL	$1,648
Dunedin, FL	$1,867

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.