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Lector 85
Property highlights
Lector 85 is a beacon of luxury in the heart of Tampa's historic Ybor City, where cultural heritage meets modern comfort. This prime location places you steps from diverse restaurants, vintage shops, and vibrant entertainment venues. Residents enjoy luxury amenities like modern kitchens with energy-efficient appliances and a resort-style pool, perfect for relaxation. The community embraces pet lovers with convenient facilities including a pet spa. Fitness enthusiasts appreciate the 24-hour gym and yoga room, offering endless ways to stay active. Experience a life enriched with culture and comfort at Lector 85.
- 20 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds • 3+ Beds
- Location
- 2409 East 2nd Avenue, Tampa FL 33605, East Ybor
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
- Price range (total price, 12 month lease)
- $1,586 mo - $2,899 mo
- Commute
Rent Special
2 months free on a 14+ month lease --- 2 months free on a 14+ month lease
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Price and Availability
Lector 85 apartments start at $1,586/month. There are 20 available apartments priced from $1,586 to $2,899. Prices were last verified by Lector 85 2 hours ago. (Total price includes base rent and required monthly fees—select a unit to view full breakdown.)
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Unit 402
Avail. Jan 7
$1,721 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 504
Avail. Jan 14
$1,734 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 404
Avail. now
$1,856
$1,734 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 530
Avail. Mar 16
$1,884 moTotal price12-mo lease
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air conditioning
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in unit laundry
patio / balcony
refrigerator
cable included
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ceiling fan
garbage disposal
ice maker
microwave
oven
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stainless steel
walk in closets
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business center
clubhouse
courtyard
elevator
24hr gym
pool
package receiving
accessible
garage
parking
on-site laundry
cats allowed
dogs allowed
pet friendly
24hr maintenance
bbq/grill
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coffee bar
conference room
dog grooming area
e-payments
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internet access
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online portal
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If you're looking for apartments in Tampa, living in Ybor City should be on your radar. As one of Tampa's most historic and culturally diverse neighborhoods, this area is one of Tampa's best, and life at Lector 85 puts you in the heart of it all. Immerse yourself in the neighborhood's diverse foodie scene, vintage shops, boutiques, and entertainment that make this community truly unique. Come home to your choice of Studio, 1, 2, and 3-Bedroom urban apartment homes and all the amenity perks you can imagine. Life at Lector 85 is the perfect home for anyone to write their next chapter.
Lector 85 was made to provide the sleekest standard of living and be one of the most luxury apartments Tampa offers. Our modern interior finishes and convenient community perks are the perfect addition to this historical and cultural hub. Founded in 1885, Ybor City coined a unique profession and cultural leader known as "Lectors." To stay entertained throughout the workday, the historic cigar factory workers would open pay individuals to read books, newspapers, and magazines aloud for hours on end. These individuals eventually became known as Lectors and evolved into highly respected influential leaders who imparted new ideas. Today, Lector 85 exists to celebrate Ybor's roots while providing a space for a new generation of cultural leaders to emerge.
Lector 85 was made to provide the sleekest standard of living and be one of the most luxury apartments Tampa offers. Our modern interior finishes and convenient community perks are the perfect addition to this historical and cultural hub. Founded in 1885, Ybor City coined a unique profession and cultural leader known as "Lectors." To stay entertained throughout the workday, the historic cigar factory workers would open pay individuals to read books, newspapers, and magazines aloud for hours on end. These individuals eventually became known as Lectors and evolved into highly respected influential leaders who imparted new ideas. Today, Lector 85 exists to celebrate Ybor's roots while providing a space for a new generation of cultural leaders to emerge.
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Property Details
Residents are required to pay: At Application: Admin Fee($200.00/unit, Nonrefundable); Application Fee($75.00/applicant, Nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable)($500.00/unit); Utility-New Account Fee($30.00/unit); Monthly: Cable TV and Internet($100.00/unit); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party(Varies); Trash-Doorstep($30.00/unit); Utility-Billing Admin Fee($5.00/unit); Electric-3rd Party(Usage-Based); Water/Sewer(Usage-Based); At Move-out: Utility-Final Bill Fee($25.00/unit); Utility-Final Bill Fee($25.00/occurrence). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Explore the Area
Publix
1.1 mi
Publix
1.4 mi
Oceanic Oriental Market
1.8 mi
Duckweed Urban Grocery
1.8 mi
Ole Style Deli
1.8 mi
coppertail brewing
0.1 mi
Coppertail Brewing Co
0.1 mi
Casa Santo Stefano
0.3 mi
Columbia Restaurant
0.3 mi
Shrimp & Company
0.3 mi
Adamo Drive @ 26th Street
0.1 mi
Adamo Drive @ 26th Street
0.1 mi
Adamo Drive @ 22nd Street
0.1 mi
Adamo Drive @ 22nd Street
0.1 mi
4th Avenue @ 21st Street
0.3 mi
Mezrah Seaplane Base
2.6 mi
Peter O. Knight Airport
3.1 mi
Tampa International Airport
6.3 mi
Tampa Executive Airport
6.7 mi
MacDill Air Force Base
8.9 mi
5 /10
Shore Elementary Magnet School
PublicK-5
408 Students
0.4 mi
2 /10
Desoto Elementary School
PublicPK-5
251 Students
0.6 mi
1 /10
Washington Elementary School
PublicPK-5
455 Students
1.1 mi
4 /10
Channelside Academy Middle School
Charter6-8
142 Students
1.1 mi
5 /10
Channelside Academy Of Math And Science
CharterK-5
355 Students
1.1 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Centennial Park
0.6 mi
DeSoto Park
0.6 mi
McKay Bay Nature Park
0.7 mi
José Martí Friends Park
0.9 mi
Rough Riders Park
0.9 mi
The Orpheum
0.4 mi
Improv
0.7 mi
AMC CLASSIC Centro Ybor 10
0.7 mi
The RITZ Ybor
0.7 mi
Learning Resource Center
0.8 mi
Deputy Kotfila Memorial Dog Park
1.0 mi
Pawtology Grooming & Pet Market
1.7 mi
Water Works Dog Park
1.9 mi
Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park - Dog Park
2.1 mi
Davis Island Animal Clinic
2.4 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 53 — Somewhat Walkable, some daily errands possible without a car.Transit Score: 43 — Limited public transit service in the area.Public Transit Access
The East Ybor area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 5 nearby routes: 4 bus, 1 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Adamo Drive @ 26th Street (~0.06 mi)
- Adamo Drive @ 22nd Street (~0.12 mi)
- 4th Avenue @ 21st Street (~0.26 mi)
- 7th Avenue @ 24th Street (~0.27 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Lector 85 has 20 units available starting at $1,586 per month (total price with fees when signing a 12 month lease). Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Tampa, FL, the average rent is $1,716+ for a studio, $1,765+ for a 1-bedroom, $2,293+ for a 2-bedroom, and $3,211+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Tampa, FL, check out our monthly Tampa, FL Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
Some of Lector 85's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and granite counters. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
Lector 85 is offering the following rent specials: 2 months free on a 14+ month lease --- 2 months free on a 14+ month lease
Yes, Lector 85 is pet-friendly.
Yes, Lector 85 offers parking.
Yes, Lector 85 offers units with in unit laundry.
Yes, Lector 85 has a pool.
Yes, Lector 85 has accessible units.
Yes, Lector 85 has units with dishwashers.