5440 S MacDill Ave
5440 S MacDill Ave,
Tampa, FL 33611
$1,450 | 2 Beds
Ballast Point hugs the shoreline of Hillsborough Bay along the South Tampa peninsula. The southern edge of the neighborhood borders MacDill Air Force Base, which consumes most of the southern tip of the peninsula. Residents of Ballast Point enjoy a waterfront lifestyle filled with boating and fishing. Many who don't work on the base commute to nearby Tampa, which is just six miles to the northeast. After choosing your Ballast Point apartment, you may find yourself heading downtown to the Amalie Arena to cheer on the NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning or to catch a concert.
Ballast Point is a beautiful neighborhood -- the sun sparkling off the bay and the majestic oak trees dripping with Spanish moss give it an old-world feel. Ballast Point was the site of a major Civil War battle, and today the site of the battle is a park. Ballast Point Park is not only a historic location, but it is also a fantastic place for residents to gather and enjoy the sprayground, playground, pier, boat ramp, and café.
As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Ballast Point is $1,462 for one bedroom, and $1,828 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ballast Point has increased by 3.3% in the past year.
1 BR
596 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,462/month
Average Rent
2 BR
893 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,828/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Current Resident
7 years ago•Niche Review
Great neighborhood. Ballast Point has a great sense of community. Roads need to be improved drastically and be expanded.
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