Rooms for rent in Tampa

FAQs for renting a room in a Shared Home in Tampa Bay, Florida

Why rent with Bungalow?

Bungalow doesn’t just list rooms for rent in shared homes - we work with our homeowners to hand select each property to make sure it is up to our standard. We then help our residents find their roommates and build a unique community in their home. Finally, we have an incredible team behind the scenes that are always a message away through our app if and when you need us. Beautiful homes. Incredible locations. Pricing that makes sense. Find a room in a shared home that hits the sweet spot between great quality and sensible pricing. Bungalow homes are hand-selected across major markets to match your lifestyle. Find it. Try it. Feel 100% before you rent. Love where you live or you're free to go. Our 30-day trial, option to transfer to other in-network Bungalow homes, and flexible lease terms are all designed to help you rent with confidence. Live in good company. Our Meet & Greet Chat takes the stress out of finding a roommate by making sure everyone in the household is a match from day one. We pre-screen all residents because your safety is our top priority. Enjoy the benefits of living together with the freedom of operating solo. Use our Meet & Greet chat to select roommates with similar lifestyles. Then, sign and pay separately within our app.

Are utilities included in Bungalow Home Rentals?

For the vast majority of our properties, Bungalow partners with Conservice, to manage, separate, and bill utilities removing the need for arguing over venmo each month. You will only pay for the exact amount your home uses and Bungalow takes care of splitting these costs evenly between you and your roommates.

Are Bungalow Home Rentals furnished?

Bungalow’s Shared Homes include furnished common areas (living, dining, and kitchens), along with a Smart TV, and kitchen essentials! The only furniture you'll need to move in is whatever you'd like to put in your bedroom.

Are Bungalow Home Rentals pet friendly?

Some Bungalow Shared Homes are pet friendly, while others are not. You can find pet information by clicking on a particular home. That said, service and emotional support animals (ESAs) are accepted in every Bungalow home with proper supporting documentation.

About us

Bungalow takes the hassle out of your housing search. We offer beautiful homes (entire and shared)  in the country’s most vibrant neighborhoods, and can help connect you with roommates you’ll love coming home to. And finally, we believe you should be able to still afford to explore your new city as well. We pride ourselves on the fact that Bungalow residents save an average of 30% on rent compared to studio apartments in the same neighborhood.

Things to know before moving to Tampa:

How to find a roommate in Tampa

Moving into a Bungalow shared home is the easiest way to find great roommates. Our Meet & Greet Chat helps you connect with roommates you look forward to living with to form a one-of-a-kind household together.

What is the average rent in Tampa?

According to Zumper, the average 1 bedroom apartment in Tampa is $1,600. Nationwide, Bungalow residents save an average of 30% on rent compared to studio apartments in the same neighborhood.

Is there good public transportation in Tampa?

The Tampa Bay area's public transportation is operated by Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) and consists of buses, trolleys, and a streetcar. Buses service the entire county, while trolleys and the streetcar service downtown Tampa. HART offers various passes and tickets, including day passes, weekly passes, and 31-day passes. You can also purchase tickets on board the bus or trolley. The cost of a one-way fare is $2.00.

What to do in Tampa

Some fun things to do in Tampa include visiting Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, or the Museum of Science and Industry. You can also go kayaking or paddleboarding in Tampa Bay, take a stroll down the Riverwalk, or go for a bike ride on the Howard Frankland Bridge. If you're looking for something more adventurous, you can go skydiving, parasailing, or ziplining. And of course, no trip to Tampa would be complete without sampling some of the local seafood!

Schools and universities in Tampa

There are a few great colleges in Tampa, FL. University of South Florida, Hillsborough Community College, and St. Petersburg College are all excellent schools with unique programs and great faculty. Depending on what you're looking for in a college experience, any of these schools would be a good choice.