What is the average apartment size in Tampa?

The average size for a Tampa, FL apartment is 927 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 Jan / 2026, the average rent in Tampa is $1,997 per month, a 2.36% decrease from last years average of $2,045.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Tampa?

In Tampa, studios rent for $1,463 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,713 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,067 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,635 per month

What is the average apartment size in Tampa?

The typical apartment in Tampa offers about 927 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 449 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 710 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,058 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,365 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa include North Tampa ($1,169/month), Temple Crest ($1,186/month), and Plaza Terrace ($1,428/month), all below the citywide average of $1,997.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa are Downtown Tampa ($2,924/month), Harbour Island ($3,125/month), and Uptown Tampa ($3,159/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 35% 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: February 17, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Tampa is $1,997, a 2.36% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,045.

Studio Apartments at $1,463 offer the most budget-friendly option with 449 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 710 square feet for $1,713, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,067 offer 1,058 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,365 sq ft) for $2,635, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Tampa, FL

Last updated: February 17, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,997	927 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,463	449 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,713	710 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,067	1,058 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,635	1,365 sq. ft.

Tampa, FL rent trends

Rental prices in Tampa, FL have decreased by 2.36% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,045 to $1,997.

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

The largest share of rentals in Tampa, FL (35%) 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.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa?

North Tampa $1,169/month

Temple Crest $1,186/month

Plaza Terrace $1,428/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,997/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Tampa?

Downtown Tampa $2,924/month

Harbour Island $3,125/month

Uptown Tampa $3,159/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	$3,159
Harbour Island	$3,125
Downtown Tampa	$2,924
Riverfront	$2,828
Westshore Palms	$2,783
Channel District	$2,624
Tampa International Airport	$2,495
Tampa Heights	$2,400
Courier City - Oscawana	$2,381
North Hyde Park	$2,346
Port Tampa	$2,324
Carver City - Lincoln Gardens	$2,226
Gandy - Sun Bay South	$2,199
Beach Park	$2,059
MacDill Airforce Base	$1,984
Terrace Park	$1,974
Ybor	$1,917
West Meadows	$1,809
Ridgewood Park	$1,808
University Square	$1,800
Tampa Palms	$1,796
Hunters Green - Cory Lake Isles	$1,747
Old Seminole Heights	$1,728
Bayside West	$1,671
Temple Terrace	$1,637
Wellswood	$1,633
Gray Gables	$1,582
Lowry Park	$1,569
Fair Oaks - Manhattan Manor	$1,469
Plaza Terrace	$1,428
Temple Crest	$1,186
North Tampa	$1,169

Tampa | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bayside West is 19% lower than in Beach Park

$1,671

Bayside West rent is 16% lower than Tampa average

Average Rent $1,671

$2,059

Beach Park rent is 3% higher than Tampa average

Average Rent $2,059

How Tampa Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Tampa	$1,997
Jacksonville	$1,489
Cape Coral	$1,691
Kissimmee	$1,813
Miami	$2,710
Fort Myers	$1,741
North Port	$1,715
Lakeland	$1,507
Orlando	$1,793
Port St. Lucie	$2,146
St. Petersburg	$2,007
Clearwater, FL	$1,787
Largo, FL	$1,607
Pinellas Park, FL	$1,880
Temple Terrace, FL	$1,637
Tarpon Springs, FL	$1,595
New Port Richey, FL	$1,359
Dade City, FL	$936
Seminole, FL	$1,796
Zephyrhills, FL	$1,621
Dunedin, FL	$1,843

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.