Student Apartments near University of Tampa

Student Living With a Story

Furnished apartments in a restored 1900s cigar factory, plus brand new townhomes, a short ride from the University of Tampa.

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Front entrance of the restored historic cigar factory at Cigar Lofts, 2111 N Albany Ave, Tampa
Cigar Lofts, a renovated historic cigar factory with student apartments in Tampa
220 Madison

Two Communities, Twice the Amenities

Live at Cigar Lofts and you get every amenity at 220 Madison too, our sister community in downtown Tampa, four blocks from the University of Tampa. 220 Madison residents can use ours, and a free shuttle runs between the two.

Downtown
Tampa, near campus
All
amenities shared at both
Free
shuttle between both
Visit Our Sister Property, 220 Madison →
West Tampa

Your Home Base

Every apartment and townhome at Cigar Lofts comes fully furnished, with your own washer and dryer. The University of Tampa is a 5 minute drive, and Armature Works and Publix are just down the street.

Features & Amenities

Old Tampa Brick. Brand New Everything Else.

Cigar Lofts started life as a West Tampa cigar factory. Today it's student housing with exposed brick, big arched windows and a pool right in the courtyard. Across the way, our new townhomes give you more room and a real home feel. Every place comes fully furnished, so all you need is a suitcase.

Pool and cabana at Cigar Lofts student apartments
Why Cigar Lofts

Why You'll Love Living at Cigar Lofts

From a weekday shuttle to campus to gated access and fully furnished apartments, Cigar Lofts makes student life easy.

01

Close to Campus

The University of Tampa is about 5 minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot.

Aerial view of downtown Tampa and the Hillsborough River toward the University of Tampa
02

Or Ride the Shuttle

Our shuttle to campus runs weekdays from 7:30am to 10pm, and it's included in your utility package.

Madison Street in downtown Tampa with 220 Madison, shops and outdoor cafe seating
03

Safe and Secure

Gated, controlled access, cameras, lit parking and a security team on patrol from 8pm to 3am.

220 Madison high-rise with a secure entry plaza in downtown Tampa
04

Fully Furnished

Move in with your bed, desk, couch, TVs, a full kitchen and your own washer and dryer already in place.

Furnished living room at 220 Madison with a leather sofa, TV, bar seating and downtown Tampa views
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Community Amenities

Beyond Your Apartment Walls

The pool is the first thing everyone asks about. Grab a lounge chair, fire up the grill or hang out under the cabana, then hit the 24/7 clubhouse and gym. Schedule a tour and come see it in person.

Resort Style Pool

Resort Style Pool

Cabana and Grills

Cabana and Grills

Sun Deck

Sun Deck

Gated Entry

Gated Entry

In-Unit Washer and Dryer

In-Unit Washer and Dryer

Townhomes With Balconies

Townhomes With Balconies