Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 23, 2026
Average rent in
Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 23, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Tampa St Petersburg rent stands today
Tampa St Petersburg, FL rent slipped 1.4% year over year, with a current median of $2,230/month. Renters today are paying $39 less per month on average than last year, despite a 4.8% increase month over month reflecting recent upward movement.
Compared to national trends
Tampa St Petersburg runs 17.4% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier market with limited total rentals at 137 across the metro.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents sit around $2,100/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,240/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,850/month, 3-bedrooms at $2,200/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,675/month. The inventory is weighted toward larger units, with 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms making up over 64% of rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Oakhurst Shores rents fell 74.4% year over year to $2,923/month across 15 rentals, while Hampton Court and Quail Hollow Acreage also saw declines over 50%. This contrasts with the citywide market, which is down only 1.4%, showing significant local variation.
Median rent
Median rent in Tampa St Petersburg
$2,230/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Tampa St Petersburg is $2,230 per month as of October 2026. This is 17% above the national average rent, or $330 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tampa St Petersburg
137
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tampa St Petersburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
Average rent prices in Tampa St Petersburg have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 1% 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-St. Petersburg, FL
Rent prices in Tampa St Petersburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tampa St Petersburg is $1,612, whereas a house costs $2,345. 1-bedroom apartments in Tampa St Petersburg run $1,822 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,547.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,100 |  140% | - | |
1 bedroom | $1,240 | 12% | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,850 | 3% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,200 | 5% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,675 | No Change | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Ballantrae | $2,350 | |
Gulf Harbors Condominiums | $1,500 | |
Lakeside | $1,950 | |
Lexington Oaks | $2,347 | |
New River Lakes | $2,200 | |
Sea Pines | $1,795 | |
Seven Springs Homes | $1,850 | |
Seven Springs Villas Condominiums | $2,030 | |
Suncoast Meadows | $2,325 | |
Tierra Del Sol | $2,244 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,612 | 11% | 27% | |
Condos | $1,390 | 7% | 13% | |
Houses | $2,345 | 4% | 2% | |
Rooms | $750 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
140%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,240
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,675
Last year
1%
Seven Springs Homes
Average rent
$1,850
Gulf Harbors Condominiums
Average rent
$1,500
Lexington Oaks
Average rent
$2,347
Ballantrae
Average rent
$2,350
Lakeside
Average rent
$1,950
Tierra Del Sol
Average rent
$2,244
Seven Springs Villas Condominiums
Average rent
$2,030
New River Lakes
Average rent
$2,200
Suncoast Meadows
Average rent
$2,325
Sea Pines
Average rent
$1,795
Apartments
Average rent
$1,612
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
27%
Condos
Average rent
$1,390
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
13%
Houses
Average rent
$2,345
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$750
The table above reflects average rent prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tampa St Petersburg and Dunedin by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tampa St Petersburg
17%higher than the national median
Equal to the the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tampa St Petersburg, FL is 18% higher than the median rent in Dunedin, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
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2%Discover rentals in Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
5d+ ago
Florida Trailer Estates apartment for rent in Tampa-St. Petersburg
6240 Connecticut St, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 33542
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
9926 Grace Dr, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34668
2 beds
1 bath
$1,199–$1,455
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
16203 Us Highway 19, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34667
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,350–$1,550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Gulf Harbors Condominiums condo for rent in Tampa-St. Petersburg
5111 Amulet Dr #102, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34652
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Riverside Club apartment for rent in Tampa-St. Petersburg
2 beds
2 baths
$20,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Keene Acres house for rent in Tampa-St. Petersburg
1315 S Keene Rd, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 33756
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 12
9h ago
Waters Edge house for rent in Tampa-St. Petersburg
11352 Oyster Bay Cir #NA, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34654
5 beds
3.5 baths
$4,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 22
13h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,372
Price dropped $633Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
9926 Grace Dr, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34668
2 beds
1 bath
$1,199–$1,455
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,765
Price dropped $1,755Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 19
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,865
Price dropped $1,455Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 7
1d ago
Verified
29204 Princeville Dr #NA, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 33576
3 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 22
13h ago
Verified
9926 Grace Dr, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34668
2 beds
1 bath
$1,199–$1,455
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,735
Price dropped $160Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 19
5d+ ago
Verified
3931 Duke Firth St, Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL 34638
4 beds
3 baths
$2,790
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 19
13h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,372
Price dropped $633Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,765
Price dropped $1,755Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 19
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,865
Price dropped $1,455Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 7
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,735
Price dropped $160Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 19
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,605
Price dropped $1,365Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 20
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Frequently asked questions for Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Tampa St Petersburg rental market.
How much is rent in Tampa St Petersburg?
The average rent in Tampa St Petersburg is $2,230 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tampa St Petersburg?
Average rent prices in Tampa St Petersburg have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
How does Tampa St Petersburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tampa St Petersburg is 17% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $330 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tampa St Petersburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Tampa St Petersburg are Gulf Harbors Condominiums ($1,500/mo), Sea Pines ($1,795/mo), and Seven Springs Homes ($1,850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tampa St Petersburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Tampa St Petersburg, you'd need to earn approximately $89,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tampa St Petersburg?
December offers the best rental deals in Tampa-St. Petersburg with the lowest rents of the year, while January sees peak pricing with roughly a 4.6% difference between the months. October also presents good opportunities with reduced competition among renters.
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).