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- High-speed internet service
- Professional service and maintenance
Location
1521 Heather Ave, Tampa, FL 33612, USA|University Square
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Amenities for 1521 Heather Ave, University Square
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Community
| Laundry Hookups | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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
Applicants
Application Fee
Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Per Adult Applicant.
$55
REQUIRED FEES
Admin Fee
One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Per Lease Generated.
$75
Security Deposit
One-time. Refund Policy: Refundable. Up to 2x the monthly rent, depending on the applicant and applicable laws.
$1,815
Utility Management Fee
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
$11
High-speed Internet Fee
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
$55
Trash Fee
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
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OPTIONAL FEES
All Policy
Allowed
Limit3
Pet
Pet Terms
3 pets max. Up to 3 pets Allowed.
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About 1521 Heather Ave
Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more; that's the power of purple! This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental home in Tampa, FL, may be the right place for you. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast! This home may conveniently feature high-speed internet service for an additional monthly fee of $55, where available. This service includes installation and equipment; no data caps; no extra fees. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see the Rental Fees page on the FirstKey Homes website. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent; you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative. Certain cities and municipalities (including St. Louis and Chicago) require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.
Address details
| Neighborhood | University Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 33612 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in University Square
3-bedroom apartments at 1521 Heather Ave cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in University Square.
Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
University Square
Tampa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,500 |
| September 2024 | $2,446 |
| October 2024 | $2,408 |
| November 2024 | $2,370 |
| December 2024 | $2,303 |
| January 2025 | $2,300 |
| February 2025 | $2,311 |
| March 2025 | $2,369 |
| April 2025 | $2,445 |
| May 2025 | $2,465 |
| June 2025 | $2,485 |
| July 2025 | $2,456 |
| August 2025 | $2,450 |
| September 2025 | $2,447 |
| October 2025 | $2,390 |
| November 2025 | $2,359 |
| December 2025 | $2,412 |
| January 2026 | $2,454 |
| February 2026 | $2,424 |
| March 2026 | $2,400 |
| April 2026 | $2,412 |
| May 2026 | $2,436 |
| June 2026 | $2,498 |
| July 2026 | $2,438 |
| August 2026 | $2,438 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,042 |
| December 2024 | $1,905 |
| January 2025 | $1,938 |
| February 2025 | $1,922 |
| March 2025 | $1,853 |
| May 2025 | $2,045 |
| July 2025 | $1,795 |
| August 2025 | $1,900 |
| September 2025 | $1,881 |
| October 2025 | $1,825 |
| November 2025 | $1,840 |
| December 2025 | $1,895 |
| January 2026 | $1,875 |
| February 2026 | $1,850 |
| March 2026 | $1,881 |
| April 2026 | $1,749 |
| May 2026 | $1,985 |
| June 2026 | $2,200 |
| July 2026 | $2,084 |
| August 2026 | $1,974 |
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Can I afford to live at 1521 Heather Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$72,600/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,600 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,815.
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Schools near 1521 Heather Ave
Shaw Elementary School
11311 n 15th st
tampa, FL, 33612
PK, K-5Public
C
Dr Carter G. Woodson K-8 School
8715 n 22nd st
tampa, FL, 33604
PK, K-8Public
C
Caminiti Exceptional Center
2600 w humphrey st
tampa, FL, 33614
PK, K-12Public
Dorothy Thomas Center
3215 nundy rd
tampa, FL, 33618
K-12Public
EARLY CHILDHOOD AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
4350 e ellicott st
tampa, FL, 33610
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
University Square | Tampa, FL
Getting around Tampa near 1521 Heather Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1521 Heather Ave, Tampa
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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