Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 1, 2026
Average rent in
Tampa, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on August 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Tampa, FL rent slipped modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,925/month. Renters are paying $52 less per month than last year, and the month-over-month decline of 1.3% signals recent softening in the market.
Compared to national trends
Tampa sits 0.3% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, positioning it as a mid-tier metro with 1,521 total rentals offering a range of options for renters.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Tampa run around $1,400/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,391/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,800/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,445/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,200/month. This range reflects the diversity of bedroom options available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Tampa, FL, Culbreath Bayou rents fell 84.7% year over year to $2,748/month, Sunset Park dropped 67.0% to $3,600/month, and Hyde Park declined 60.7% to $2,400/month. These steep local declines contrast with the citywide market, which is broadly flat year over year.
Median rent
Median rent in Tampa
$1,925/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Tampa is $1,925 per month as of July 2026. This is about the same as the national average rent.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tampa
1,521
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tampa rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tampa, FL
Average rent prices in Tampa have decreased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Tampa, FL
Rent prices in Tampa vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tampa is $1,700, whereas a house costs $2,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Tampa run $1,499 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,728.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,400 | 4% |  15% | |
1 bedroom | $1,391 | 3% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,800 | 3% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,445 | 1% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $3,200 | 3% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Carver City Lincoln Gardens | $2,414 | |
Courier City Oscawana | $1,800 | |
East Tampa | $1,800 | |
Old Seminole Heights | $1,760 | |
Port Tampa City | $2,600 | |
Sun Bay South | $2,600 | |
Tampa Heights | $2,400 | |
Tampa Palms | $1,820 | |
Terrace Park | $1,399 | |
West Meadows | $1,912 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,700 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,800 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,500 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $828 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
15%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,391
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,445
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
Sun Bay South
Average rent
$2,600
East Tampa
Average rent
$1,800
Carver City Lincoln Gardens
Average rent
$2,414
Old Seminole Heights
Average rent
$1,760
Tampa Heights
Average rent
$2,400
Terrace Park
Average rent
$1,399
Tampa Palms
Average rent
$1,820
West Meadows
Average rent
$1,912
Port Tampa City
Average rent
$2,600
Courier City Oscawana
Average rent
$1,800
Apartments
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$828
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Tampa, FL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Tampa, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tampa and Brandon by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tampa
Equal to the the national median
Equal to the the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tampa, FL is 1% lower than the median rent in Brandon, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,935
2%$2,100
6%$1,995
10%$1,800
7%$2,000
7%$1,850
11%$2,300
$2,000
5%$2,195
1%$1,500
9%$1,797
8%$2,300
3%Cost of living in Tampa, FL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 6% higher |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 9% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 7% higher |
Discover rentals in Tampa, FL
5d+ ago
East Tampa apartment for rent in Tampa
1506 E Columbus Dr #B, Tampa, FL 33605
Studio
0 baths
$500
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
Sulphur Springs apartment for rent in Tampa
1 bed
2 baths
$741
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Tampa apartment for rent in Tampa
1 bed
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 23
1d ago
1504 E 99th Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$800–$1,575
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bayshore Beautiful condo for rent in Tampa
3507 Bayshore Blvd #2001, Tampa, FL 33629
5 beds
5.5 baths
$25,900
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Davis Islands house for rent in Tampa
481 W Davis Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
5 beds
5.5 baths
$25,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Tampa condo for rent in Tampa
1000 Water St #2501A, Tampa, FL 33602
3 beds
3.5 baths
$24,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Ballast Point house for rent in Tampa
6220 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
5 beds
6.5 baths
$24,000
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
1701 E 131st Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
1–2 beds
1 bath
$949–$1,199
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available May 14
2h ago
Verified
4949 Marbrisa Dr, Tampa, FL 33624
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,297–$2,938
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
10246 Douglas Oaks Cir, Tampa, FL 33610
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,278–$3,834
Apartment for rent
58m ago
Verified
5659 Del Prado Dr, Tampa, FL 33617
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,199–$1,399
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 31
4h ago
Verified
3303 N Lakeview Dr, Tampa, FL 33618
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,169–$2,306
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
4902 N Macdill Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,000–$1,575
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 20
1d ago
Verified
9712 Bosque Creek Cir, Tampa, FL 33619
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,573–$3,154
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1701 E 131st Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
1–2 beds
1 bath
$949–$1,199
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 30
2h ago
Verified
4949 Marbrisa Dr, Tampa, FL 33624
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,297–$2,938
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
10246 Douglas Oaks Cir, Tampa, FL 33610
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,278–$3,834
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
6502 E Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33617
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,720–$2,525
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
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Frequently asked questions for Tampa, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Tampa rental market.
How much is rent in Tampa?
The average rent in Tampa is $1,925 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tampa?
Average rent prices in Tampa have decreased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Tampa rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tampa is roughly the same as the national average.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tampa?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa are Terrace Park ($1,399/mo), Old Seminole Heights ($1,760/mo), and East Tampa ($1,800/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tampa?
To comfortably afford rent in Tampa, you'd need to earn approximately $77,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tampa?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Tampa average around $1,470/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,830/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Tampa Metro Report
The Zumper Tampa Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Florida one-bedroom median rent was $1,558 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Sarasota ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,820.
- Riverview was the second priciest city with rent at $1,590.
- Pinellas Park & Venice tied for third with rents both at $1,580.
The Least Expensive
- Lakeland was the most affordable city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,140.
- Winter Haven was the second least expensive with rent at $1,220.
- South Bradenton placed third with rent at $1,240.
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- Bradenton had the largest annual rent price decline, falling 13.5%.
- South Bradenton saw rent drop 11.4%, making it second.
- Clearwater placed third with rent decreasing 9.7%.
The Largest Decline (M/M%)
- South Bradenton & Winter Haven tied for the city with the largest monthly rent price decline, both down 0.8%.
- Clearwater & Wesley Chapel tied for second with rents both dropping 0.7%.
- Riverview saw rent decrease 0.6%, making it third.
About
The Zumper Tampa Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
Words by
Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.