South Tampa

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South Tampa - Tampa, FL

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One of Tampa’s most sought-after regions

Picturesque Vibrant Bayfront Diverse Upscale Convenient

Situated on a peninsula between Old Tampa Bay and Hillsborough Bay, South Tampa is one of the most desirable regions in the city. South Tampa begins at West Kennedy Boulevard in the north and stretches southward to MacDill Air Force Base. Among the many alluring neighborhoods included in South Tampa are Hyde Park, Bayshore Beautiful, Palma Ceia, Davis Islands, and South Westshore.

South Tampa is revered for its great shopping and dining, vibrant nightlife, excellent schools, and stunning bayfront views. South Tampa boasts superb boutiques, bars, and eateries along South Howard Avenue, in addition to great options for outdoor recreation at Ballast Point Park and Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club. Downtown Tampa sits within close reach of the community, as well as the gorgeous beaches in Saint Petersburg and Clearwater.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in South Tampa is $1,639 for a studio, $1,783 for one bedroom, $2,409 for two bedrooms, and $3,336 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Tampa has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 514 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,639/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 689 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,783/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,029 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,409/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,341 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,336/month

    Average Rent

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • The Florida Aquarium
  • Ybor City Museum State Park
  • McKay Bay Nature Park
  • Lowry Park Zoo
  • Weedon Island Preserve

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Tampa International
  • St Pete-Clearwater International

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