Key Takeaways
- ✓Brandon rents range from $1,700-$2,500/mo for single-family homes.
- ✓Central location with I-75, SR-60, and Selmon Expressway access.
- ✓Diverse housing stock from 1980s ranch homes to 2020s new builds.
- ✓Most properties lease within 14-21 days — act fast on good listings.
Searching for a rental in Brandon? This unincorporated community is the commercial center of east Hillsborough County, with more dining, shopping, and entertainment options than anywhere else between Tampa and Lakeland. For renters, that means convenience — and a wide range of homes at various price points.
What Types of Rentals Are Available in Brandon?
Brandon has the most diverse rental housing stock in east Hillsborough County. You will find everything from 1980s-era 3-bedroom ranch homes in established neighborhoods to brand-new 4-bedroom homes in master-planned communities near Bloomingdale and Providence.
Townhomes and condos are more common in Brandon than in surrounding areas like Valrico or Lithia, giving renters at lower price points more options. Apartment communities also dot the Brandon Boulevard and Causeway Boulevard corridors.
Popular Brandon Neighborhoods for Renters
Westchase / West Brandon
Close to Westfield Brandon mall and major employers. Mix of single-family and townhomes. Convenient for commuters heading into Tampa via the Selmon Expressway. Rents $1,700-$2,200.
Bloomingdale (Brandon side)
The Bloomingdale corridor straddles Brandon and Valrico. The Brandon side offers slightly lower rents ($1,800-$2,300) while still providing access to the same shopping, dining, and school zoning.
Providence
Master-planned community with newer homes, community pools, and good school zoning. Rents tend to be $2,200-$2,600 for 4-bedroom homes. Popular with families.
Causeway / Lumsden Corridor
More affordable area with older homes and duplexes. Rents start around $1,600-$1,900. Good option for budget-conscious renters who want Brandon convenience.
Why Renters Choose Brandon for Location
Brandon sits at the crossroads of east Hillsborough County. I-75 runs north-south through the area, SR-60 (Brandon Boulevard) connects east to west, and the Selmon Expressway provides a fast route into downtown Tampa. Most Brandon residents can reach downtown Tampa in 20-25 minutes, MacDill AFB in 25-30 minutes, and Tampa International Airport in about 35 minutes.
For daily life, Brandon has everything you need without crossing the Howard Frankland Bridge — major grocery chains, medical centers (including Brandon Regional Hospital), Westfield Brandon mall, and hundreds of restaurants along the Brandon Boulevard corridor.
Brandon Rental Price Ranges
| Property Type | Typical Rent Range |
|---|---|
| 3-bedroom / 2-bath house | $1,800 - $2,200/mo |
| 4-bedroom / 2-bath house | $2,200 - $2,500/mo |
| Townhome | $1,600 - $2,100/mo |
| Condo / duplex | $1,400 - $1,800/mo |
How to Rent a Home in Brandon
Our application process is simple and transparent. Browse available listings, schedule a showing, and apply online. We verify income (3x monthly rent), run credit and background checks, and contact previous landlords. Approved applicants typically move in within 7-10 days of approval.
Start your application or call us at (813) 733-7907 to schedule a showing.
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Barrett Henry
Designated Property Manager
23+ years of Florida real estate experience. Barrett lives in Valrico and manages rentals across east Hillsborough County — the same neighborhoods he drives through every day.
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