Cortland Brighton Bay
1-3 · $1,829-$3,000+
✓ Residents often describe the community as quiet and comfortable.
✕ Reviewers report that Gandy-area traffic can complicate daily travel.
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St. Petersburg rental-market research
Compare Apartments in St. Petersburg, FL
51 communities researched · Public resident-feedback themes, advertised rents and property details · Updated Sep 2026
St. Pete's rental boom centers on downtown, the Edge District and Grand Central — walkable, brewery-lined corridors that didn't exist as rental markets a decade ago. The Carillon/Gateway office park serves Tampa-St. Pete commuters, while Tyrone holds the value end. Here's what residents actually say about each big community.
As of mid-2026, downtown St. Pete one-bedrooms mostly run $1,900–$2,800/mo, with the Ascent tower well above that; Carillon and Tyrone run meaningfully cheaper. Elevator reliability is the recurring complaint across downtown's newer buildings — worth asking about on any tour.
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| Complex | Neighborhood | Beds | Advertised rents | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Brighton Bay | Brighton Bay | 1-3 | $1,829-$3,000+ | — |
| Verandahs of Brighton Bay | Brighton Bay / Gateway | 1-3 | $1,732+ | — |
| Alta Mar at Broadwater Apartments | Broadwater | 1-3 | $949-$1,675 | 1971 |
| Calais Park Apartments | Calais Village / North St. Petersburg | 1-3 | $1,488-$3,748 | — |
| Magnolia Carillon | Carillon | Studio-3 | $2,093-$3,611 | 1999 |
| WaterView Echelon City Center | Carillon | 1-3 | $2,285-$3,121 | — |
| Axio at Carillon | Carillon / Gateway | Studio–2 bedrooms. | $1,819–$3,104 base rent across advertised floor plans; checked 2026-07-30. | 2021 |
| Promenade at Carillon | Carillon / Gateway | 1BR–3BR | — | — |
| Provenza at St. Pete | Carillon / Gateway | 1BR–3BR | — | 2014 |
| Veranda Flats | Central Oak Park / Disston Heights | 1-2 | $1,370-$2,029 | — |
| The Wayland | Downtown / Tropicana Field | Studio-2 | $1,384-$2,117 | — |
| Ascent St. Petersburg | Downtown St. Pete | Studio–3 bedrooms. | $2,337–$6,238 base rent for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. Required and usage-based charges are additional. | 2020 |
| Beacon 430 | Downtown St. Pete | Studio–3 bedroom floor plans; current availability showed studio–2 bedrooms. | $2,228–$3,794 for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. | 2015 |
| Camden Central | Downtown St. Pete (Central Avenue) | Studio–3 bedrooms. | $2,699–$7,199 base rent for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. | 2019 |
| Cottonwood Bayview | Downtown St. Pete (Old Northeast-adjacent) | Studio–2 bedrooms. | $1,917–$3,326 base rent for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. | 2014 |
| Camden Pier District | Downtown St. Pete (waterfront) | Studio–3 bedroom floor plans; current availability included 1–3 bedrooms. | $2,709–$4,699 base rent for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. | 2016 |
| 1701 Central Apartments | EDGE District | Studio-2 | $2,035-$3,275+ | — |
| Arte St. Pete | EDGE District | Studio-3 | $2,062-$4,010+ | 2020 |
| Vantage St. Pete | EDGE District | Studio-2 | $1,825-$4,000+ | — |
| Modera St. Petersburg | EDGE District / Tropicana Field | 1-3 | $2,475-$4,275 | — |
| 930 Central Flats | Edge District | Studio–2 bedrooms. | $2,191–$3,751 base rent for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. | 2018 |
| Windsor Central Arts | Edge District / Central Arts District | Studio–2BR | ~$2,250–$3,400+ | 2017 |
| Milo Bayside | Fossil Park | 1-2 | $1,373-$1,750+ | — |
| Zura Bay | Fossil Park | Studio-2 | $1,199-$1,800+ | — |
| Peridot Palms | Gandy | 1-3 | $1,558-$2,960 | — |
| Tortuga Pointe by ARIUM | Gandy | Studio-3 | $1,671-$2,700+ | — |
| Inlet Bay at Gateway | Gateway | 1-2 | $1,500-$2,400+ | — |
| Isles of Gateway | Gateway | 1-3 | $1,442-$2,139+ | — |
| Palmera at Gandy | Gateway | 1-3 | $1,500-$2,600+ | — |
| TGM Ibis Walk | Gateway | 1-3 | $1,699-$3,299+ | — |
| The Preserve at Gateway | Gateway | 1-3 | $1,500-$2,600+ | — |
| Lincoln Shores Apartments | Gateway / Brighton Bay | 1-2 | $1,271-$1,920 | 1984 |
| Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve | Gateway / Brighton Bay | 1-2 | $1,275-$1,720+ | — |
| TGM Bay Isle | Gateway / Brighton Bay | 1-3 | $1,594-$3,135 | — |
| Trellis at the Lakes | Gateway / Brighton Bay | 1-2 | $1,395-$1,991 | — |
| Marlowe Gateway | Gateway / Carillon | 1-3 | $1,999-$2,968+ | — |
| Sole on Central | Grand Central District | Studio–2BR | ~$2,100–$2,850 | 2010 |
| Carlton Arms of St. Petersburg | Greater Pinellas Point | Studio-3 | $1,145-$1,848 | 1970 |
| Lake Maggiore | Greater Pinellas Point | 1-3 | $1,850-$2,800+ | — |
| Elements on Third | Historic Kenwood | Studio-3 | $1,700-$3,500+ | — |
| Gallery 3100 | Historic Kenwood | Studio-3 | $1,829-$3,300+ | — |
| Reserve at Lake Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | Lakewood / Greater Pinellas Point | Studio-2 | $1,035+ | 1983 |
| Flagler Pointe Apartments | Lakewood Estates | 1-3 | $1,395-$2,150 | — |
| The Morgan | Lakewood Estates | Studio-2 | $995-$1,455 | — |
| Arya | North East Park | 1-3 | $2,395-$3,065 | — |
| Rio Vista Village Apartments | Rio Vista | 1-3 | $1,185-$1,695 | — |
| Marina Club Apartment Homes | Skyway Marina District | 1-3 | $1,976-$4,668 | — |
| Marina Walk Apartments | Skyway Marina District | 1-2 | $2,075-$3,700 | 2021 |
| Sur Club | Skyway Marina District | 1-3 | $1,875-$3,000+ | 2021 |
| The Addison Skyway Marina | Skyway Marina District | Studio-3 | $1,890-$5,059 | 2022 |
| The Drake at St. Pete | Tyrone | Studio–3BR | From ~$1,250 (studios) | — |
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Brighton Bay
Brighton Bay / Gateway
Broadwater
Calais Village / North St. Petersburg
Carillon
WaterView Echelon City Center
1-3 · $2,285-$3,121
✓ Residents repeatedly praise the views, floor-to-ceiling windows, modern apartments, and clean common areas.
✕ Reviewers report construction noise from nearby development, including early work on some days.
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Magnolia Carillon
Studio-3 · $2,093-$3,611
✓ Residents repeatedly praise the maintenance team's speed and the leasing staff's helpful communication.
✕ Common resident complaints include limited parking near some buildings, especially later in the day.
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Carillon / Gateway
Promenade at Carillon
1BR–3BR
✓ Renovated interiors in a green, campus-like Carillon setting
✕ Reviewers report repeated management-company turnover with service declining each time
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Axio at Carillon
Studio–2 bedrooms. · $1,819–$3,104 base rent across advertised floor plans; checked 2026-07-30.
✓ Modern, nicely appointed units with abundant storage and walk-in closets
✕ Reviewers report soiled hallways and elevators, often blaming lax enforcement of pet rules
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Provenza at St. Pete
1BR–3BR
✓ Class A garden-style community inside the Carillon Park master plan
✕ Reviewers cite communication gaps with management as the top frustration
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Central Oak Park / Disston Heights
Downtown / Tropicana Field
Downtown St. Pete
Ascent St. Petersburg
Studio–3 bedrooms. · $2,337–$6,238 base rent for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30. Required and usage-based charges are additional.
✓ 36-story tower with some of the best city and bay views in St. Pete
✕ Reviewers report that three elevators for 357 units leads to waits and frequent outages
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Beacon 430
Studio–3 bedroom floor plans; current availability showed studio–2 bedrooms. · $2,228–$3,794 for currently advertised homes; checked 2026-07-30.
✓ Walkable to downtown restaurants, nightlife and the waterfront
✕ Reviewers report noise carrying between floors and units
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Downtown St. Pete (Central Avenue)
Downtown St. Pete (Old Northeast-adjacent)
Downtown St. Pete (waterfront)
EDGE District
1701 Central Apartments
Studio-2 · $2,035-$3,275+
✓ Residents value immediate access to Central Avenue and the EDGE District.
✕ Reviewers report nightlife, traffic, or construction noise.
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Arte St. Pete
Studio-3 · $2,062-$4,010+
✓ Residents frequently praise the Central Avenue location for walking to restaurants, nightlife, and the Pinellas Trail.
✕ Reviewers report recurring cleanliness concerns involving trash, pet waste, or pests in shared areas.
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Vantage St. Pete
Studio-2 · $1,825-$4,000+
✓ Residents praise the EDGE District walkability and rooftop views.
✕ Reviewers report downtown and nightlife noise in some orientations.
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EDGE District / Tropicana Field
Edge District
Edge District / Central Arts District
Fossil Park
Milo Bayside
1-2 · $1,373-$1,750+
✓ Residents value the north-city location and access to 4th Street errands.
✕ Reviewers report cleanliness and common-area upkeep concerns.
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Zura Bay
Studio-2 · $1,199-$1,800+
✓ Residents value the comparatively attainable rents and 4th Street North access.
✕ Reviewers report aging-unit and maintenance concerns.
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Gandy
Peridot Palms
1-3 · $1,558-$2,960
✓ Residents frequently praise the pool and social atmosphere.
✕ Reviewers report noticeable sound transfer between some units.
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Tortuga Pointe by ARIUM
Studio-3 · $1,671-$2,700+
✓ Residents often like the pool area and modern community presentation.
✕ Reviewers report traffic noise or difficult peak-hour access.
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Gateway
Inlet Bay at Gateway
1-2 · $1,500-$2,400+
✓ Residents often praise the preserve setting and central Tampa Bay location.
✕ Reviewers report that sound transfer can vary by building.
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Isles of Gateway
1-3 · $1,442-$2,139+
✓ Residents consistently praise the quiet community, friendly neighbors, and landscaped grounds.
✕ Reviewers report that some apartments have dated carpet, wallpaper, appliances, or other older finishes.
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Palmera at Gandy
1-3 · $1,500-$2,600+
✓ Residents appreciate the lakeside layout and Gateway access.
✕ Reviewers report aging-unit or maintenance concerns in some buildings.
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TGM Ibis Walk
1-3 · $1,699-$3,299+
✓ Residents value Gateway access and the community's landscaped setting.
✕ Reviewers report significant sound transfer in some buildings.
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The Preserve at Gateway
1-3 · $1,500-$2,600+
✓ Residents value the central Gateway location and landscaped setting.
✕ Reviewers report inconsistent service and maintenance experiences.
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Gateway / Brighton Bay
TGM Bay Isle
1-3 · $1,594-$3,135
✓ Residents often praise the extensive pool, fitness, clubhouse, and pet amenities.
✕ Reviewers report recurring air-conditioning, leak, moisture, or mold concerns in some homes.
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Lincoln Shores Apartments
1-2 · $1,271-$1,920
✓ Residents regularly praise the lakeside landscaping, mature trees, pools, and generally peaceful setting.
✕ Reviewers report that apartment condition varies, especially between renovated and older homes.
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Mandalay on 4th at Baypointe Preserve
1-2 · $1,275-$1,720+
✓ Residents often praise the quiet setting, pool, and maintained exterior grounds.
✕ Reviewers report long delays completing repairs that were identified before or shortly after move-in.
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Trellis at the Lakes
1-2 · $1,395-$1,991
✓ Residents frequently value the location for reaching both St. Petersburg and Tampa.
✕ Reviewers report delayed or incomplete maintenance work, particularly for recurring apartment issues.
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Gateway / Carillon
Grand Central District
Greater Pinellas Point
Carlton Arms of St. Petersburg
Studio-3 · $1,145-$1,848
✓ Long-term residents repeatedly praise the tropical waterfront grounds, mature landscaping, and peaceful atmosphere.
✕ Reviewers note that the buildings and some interior features are older than many nearby communities.
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Lake Maggiore
1-3 · $1,850-$2,800+
✓ Residents appreciate the location near Lake Maggiore and Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.
✕ Reviewers report that maintenance and office communication can be inconsistent.
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Historic Kenwood
Elements on Third
Studio-3 · $1,700-$3,500+
✓ Residents value the location near Grand Central and downtown.
✕ Reviewers report that management and building-condition experiences have varied over time.
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Gallery 3100
Studio-3 · $1,829-$3,300+
✓ Residents praise walkability to Grand Central restaurants and shops.
✕ Reviewers report traffic and street noise along Central Avenue.
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Lakewood / Greater Pinellas Point
Lakewood Estates
Flagler Pointe Apartments
1-3 · $1,395-$2,150
✓ Residents value the comparatively attainable asking rents and range of layouts.
✕ Reviewers report variable unit condition and maintenance response.
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The Morgan
Studio-2 · $995-$1,455
✓ Residents often cite the comparatively accessible pricing.
✕ Reviewers report inconsistent maintenance and communication experiences.
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North East Park
Rio Vista
Skyway Marina District
Marina Club Apartment Homes
1-3 · $1,976-$4,668
✓ Residents value the newer Skyway Marina setting and modern amenities.
✕ Reviewers report premium pricing and added charges.
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Marina Walk Apartments
1-2 · $2,075-$3,700
✓ Residents frequently praise the newer construction and waterfront views.
✕ Reviewers report that advertised base rent can understate the full monthly cost.
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Sur Club
1-3 · $1,875-$3,000+
✓ Residents repeatedly praise the resort-style pools and social amenities.
✕ Reviewers report occasional noise from neighbors, corridors, or active amenity areas.
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The Addison Skyway Marina
Studio-3 · $1,890-$5,059
✓ Residents frequently praise the modern apartments, spacious layouts, and upgraded finishes.
✕ Reviewers report noticeable noise transfer through walls or from nearby apartments.
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Tyrone
Florida renter essentials
Renters insurance is not optional here. Many Florida leases require it, and standard policies generally do not cover flood damage — that may require separate coverage, even in an apartment. Before signing, look up the building's flood zone on FEMA's flood map service and ask which evacuation zone it sits in.
Ask about the real monthly cost. A recurring theme in public resident feedback is fee stacking: valet trash, common-area electric, mandatory bulk internet, pest control, admin and tech fees. Get the full itemized monthly figure in writing before you apply.
Tour with the AC running and ask about hurricanes. Humidity control is the difference between a fine unit and a moldy one; ask how old the AC is. And ask directly how the building handled the last major storm — communities that performed well say so happily, and reviewers call out the ones that didn't.
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