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3005 West Helen Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33611, United States|Ballast Point
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Property Overview
Highlighted by pet-friendly features, this property offers convenient outdoor spaces and nearby pet services. Its impressive value per square foot, ranking in the 100th percentile, indicates strong investment potential. Additionally, with 44 photos available, potential renters can thoroughly evaluate the property, complemented by the proximity of a grocery store just under two miles away.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 3005 West Helen Avenue, Ballast Point
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Air | Furnished |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Other
| Five Rooms |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 3005 West Helen Avenue
Property Status: Active The Ballast Point Rental Property You’ve Been Waiting For – Single Family Home Never Flooded & Offered Fully Furnished- Pets allowed! Located in the highly desirable Ballast Point neighborhood of South Tampa, this solid concrete block home sits on an oversized 74x120 lot just two houses from iconic Bayshore Boulevard and minutes from MacDill Air Force Base. Enjoy the convenience of morning jogs or bike rides on the longest continuous waterfront sidewalk in the U.S. The private, tree-lined backyard is huge with plenty of room for the pets to play. Mature landscaping and a quiet setting make it ideal for both entertaining and relaxation. Inside, the home features 2 bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room perfect for a home office, gym, den, or nursery. The expanded primary suite offers dual closets and a spacious en-suite bath, along with a dedicated laundry room and additional flex space. The layout is functional and well-maintained - no garage conversion, no popcorn ceilings, and no awkward floor plan. Ballast Point is known for its walkability, canopy-lined streets, mix of historic and newer homes, and vibrant community feel. You’ll be minutes from Mac Dill Airforce Basa, Ballast Point Park & Pier, the Tampa Yacht & Country Club, and the Perennial Farm equestrian center, which offers boarding and riding lessons. Gadsden Park just blocks away with a scenic trail, dog park, lake, and picnic areas. With no HOA or deed restrictions, you’re free to bring your boat or recreational vehicles and use nearby public ramps with ease. Major updates include: • New Roof (2023) • AC System (2021) • Water Heater (2024) • Kitchen/Dining Flooring (2025)• Dishwasher (2024) This home offers unbeatable access to Downtown Tampa (under 10 minutes), MacDill AFB (under 5 minutes), the Crosstown Expressway, Hyde Park, SOHO, Amalie Arena, and Tampa International Airport. The home is being rented furnished if you would prefer to bring your own furniture that can certainly be arranged. Schedule your private showing today. Office Phone: (727) 493-1555 Copyright © 2025 Stellar MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 3005 West Helen Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 352 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ballast Point |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 33611 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ballast Point
2-bedroom apartments at 3005 West Helen Avenue cost about 58% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Tampa.
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Ballast Point
Tampa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,877 |
| January 2024 | $1,872 |
| February 2024 | $1,855 |
| March 2024 | $1,895 |
| April 2024 | $1,898 |
| May 2024 | $1,889 |
| June 2024 | $1,922 |
| July 2024 | $1,893 |
| August 2024 | $1,885 |
| September 2024 | $1,869 |
| October 2024 | $1,865 |
| November 2024 | $1,855 |
| December 2024 | $1,851 |
| January 2025 | $1,830 |
| February 2025 | $1,814 |
| March 2025 | $1,835 |
| April 2025 | $1,849 |
| May 2025 | $1,864 |
| June 2025 | $1,875 |
| July 2025 | $1,866 |
| August 2025 | $1,857 |
| September 2025 | $1,850 |
| October 2025 | $1,820 |
| November 2025 | $1,794 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,537 |
| April 2024 | $1,831 |
| May 2024 | $1,804 |
| June 2024 | $1,873 |
| July 2024 | $1,884 |
| August 2024 | $1,790 |
| September 2024 | $1,808 |
| October 2024 | $1,712 |
| November 2024 | $1,683 |
| December 2024 | $1,940 |
| January 2025 | $1,914 |
| February 2025 | $1,860 |
| March 2025 | $1,915 |
| April 2025 | $1,933 |
| May 2025 | $1,898 |
| June 2025 | $1,706 |
| July 2025 | $1,734 |
| August 2025 | $1,715 |
| September 2025 | $1,728 |
| October 2025 | $1,877 |
| November 2025 | $1,945 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 3005 West Helen Avenue
Ballast Point Elementary School
2802 w ballast point blvd
tampa, FL, 33611
PK, K-5Public
A-
LaVoy Exceptional Center
4410 w main st
tampa, FL, 33607
PK, K-12Public
Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School
102 e palm ave
tampa, FL, 33602
K-5Public
A-
Hillsborough Virtual School
2704 n highland ave
tampa, FL, 33602
K-12Public
A
Hillsborough Virtual Franchise High School
2704 n highland ave
tampa, FL, 33602
K-12Public
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Getting around Tampa near 3005 West Helen Avenue
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3005 West Helen Avenue, Tampa
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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