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Sun Bay South offers affordable living with excellent commuting access in southern Tampa. Rental options include apartments, townhomes, and single-family homes across multiple price points throughout this diverse neighborhood. The area provides exceptional access to both MacDill Air Force Base employment and Westshore business district, creating convenient positioning for households with members working in different parts of the Tampa metropolitan area.
East Tampa offers authentic community character with affordable housing just minutes from downtown. Rental homes typically feature more yard space and parking than similarly priced options in trendier districts. While the neighborhood provides exceptional value with good access to major employment centers, some commercial corridors remain in development with limited dining and shopping options. Most suitable for budget-conscious renters comfortable with urban environments in transition who prioritize space and value over walkable amenities.
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Welcome to the Apartment List February 2026 Rent Report for Tampa, FL. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,507, after falling 0.5% last month. Prices are now down 2.8% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Tampa rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Tampa metro area and the nation as a whole.
National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Apartment List has released Tampa’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Tampa renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories above-average and average scores."
Key Findings in Tampa include the following:
Renters say:
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.
Historic affordability distinguishes Sulphur Springs, where Tampa's northern neighborhood offers distinctive architecture including the iconic Sulphur Springs Tower at surprisingly accessible price points. Housing options include both modest bungalows and garden apartments with more generous space than downtown options at fraction of the cost. Sulphur Springs' strategic positioning between both downtown Tampa employment and university district amenities creates ideal convenience for budget-conscious households seeking affordable housing with character beyond cookie-cutter apartments increasingly dominating Tampa's expanding housing market with limited architectural distinction despite premium pricing based purely on construction date rather than genuine quality considerations.
