The Need-to-Knows
Get quick answers on leasing, move-in and life at Cigar Lofts, or give us a call if you can't find what you need.
General
Cigar Lofts is at 2111 N Albany Ave, Tampa, FL 33607, in West Tampa. Visitors can park on the street, no pass needed.
Stop by for an in-person tour Monday through Friday, or take a virtual tour on our website anytime. Model apartments are ready to walk through. Call (813) 582-2626 or use Schedule a Tour.
The University of Tampa is about a 5 minute drive or a 20 minute walk. Most residents take our shuttle or drive, and some walk, bike or scooter.
Yes. Our shuttle to the University of Tampa runs Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 10pm. There is also a city bus on West Main Street.
Yes. Our main building is a restored West Tampa cigar factory that is more than 100 years old, with exposed brick and big arched windows. Our townhomes across the street are brand new.
Cigar Lofts is managed by B.HOM Student Living, with onsite management and maintenance. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Leasing and
Application
Yes. Cigar Lofts is student housing only, and every resident signs their own lease by the bedroom.
No. We offer 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments in the cigar factory and 4 and 5 bedroom townhomes across the street.
Yes. Accessible apartments are available in our 4 bedroom floor plans on floors 2 and 3. Contact the leasing office and we will walk you through what is open.
Yes, in our townhomes. Both the Albany and Walnut townhomes have one shared bedroom.
A guarantor, like a parent, may be needed if you do not have established credit or income. Guarantors need a credit score of 650 or higher and income of at least 2.3 times the monthly rent.
Lease
Terms
and Policies
Leases run 12 months, from August to July, paid in 12 monthly installments.
Not at this time. We only offer the 12 month lease.
Yes, residents can bring guests into the amenity spaces.
Yes, pets are welcome. There is a one-time $300 pet fee and $30 monthly pet rent, and we have a dog park on the property.
Renewals are open all year. Renew by October 7 to keep your current rate.
Rent,
Payments
and Fees
Your monthly payment is your rent plus the $179 utility package.
Utilities are covered by the $179 per bedroom monthly package. It includes water, electric, trash, WiFi and the University of Tampa shuttle.
No, there is no security deposit.
Application fee: $99, one time. Utility package: $179 per bedroom, monthly. Assigned parking: $79.99 a month, if you want a spot. Pets: $300 one-time fee plus $30 a month. There is no security deposit.
Before You
Move In
Move-in day is August 15. You can move in that day or any day after.
No appointment needed. Just come on August 15 or later.
No, early move-ins are not available.
You will get access to our entry app, plus some Cigar Lofts goodies.
You do not have to. Your keys will be waiting in your room when you arrive.
Park right in front of the building while you unload.
Living
Here
Yes, every apartment and townhome comes fully furnished: kitchen table and chairs, island and bar stools, couch, coffee table, TV and TV stand, bed frame and mattress, desk, chair, nightstand, and a washer and dryer.
A refrigerator with ice maker and water dispenser, dishwasher, oven with electric range and a built-in microwave.
Yes. Every apartment and townhome has its own stacked washer and dryer, and laundry is free.
Yes. There is a 55 inch TV in the living room and a 43 inch TV in every bedroom.
WiFi from DoJo Networks is included in your utility package.
It depends on the floor plan. Robusto Retreat has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, Lancero Quarters and Corona Courtyard have 3 and 3, Havana Hideaway has 4 and 3, Churchill Suite has 4 and 4, the Walnut Townhome has 4 and 3, and the Albany Townhome has 5 and 3.
Our amenities are open 24/7, including the clubhouse.
We have 45 assigned parking spaces at $79.99 a month. Visitors park on the street, no pass needed.
We have bike racks inside and outside the building.
Packages go to the Amazon Hub lockers in the lobby. For oversized or refrigerated deliveries, our team will reach out to you.
There are no mailboxes at Cigar Lofts. Packages go to the Amazon Hub lockers in the lobby.
Use the key app on your phone to get into the building and your apartment.
Yes. Our security team is on patrol every night from 8pm to 3am.
Gated, controlled access, cameras, lit parking areas, smart locks and a security team on patrol at night.