Median rents in Tampa Bay top $2,200
February 3, 2026 - According to a new analysis from Construction Coverage, the median monthly rent in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area increased to $2,248 in 2025. The cost is 16.8% above the national average, and the 14th most expensive among all large U.S. metro areas. Median rents for a three-bedroom home in Tampa Bay are $2,764.