
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (153 Rentals)
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Prospect Heights

Manchester

Bridgepoint

Alderman Park Apartments

Creekwood Club

1311 Morgana Rd

Arco Place Apartments

5644 Windermere Dr

Riverview
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Club at Charter Pointe

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Palms of Arlington

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1627 West Rd, Unit 1627, Unit 1627

Townsend Apartments

912 Arco Dr

Glenwood Apartments

5511 Los Santos Way

Park Place Apartments

The Square at 59 Caroline
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Caroline Village

1726 Ryar Rd, Unit 2A

Tree House

Gregory Cove

Pier 5350

Beach Bluff ~ Boutique Cottage Style Living in a Laid Back Coastal Community

The Commons

Patriot Plaza

Caliente Apartments

Marco Meadows
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Park at Via Veneto

The Columns

Oasis at San Marco

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Oaks on Monument

Mayfair Village

Red Bay Apartment Complex
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3166-3168 Belden St

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Palms at Beacon Pointe

Madison Manor

MAA Atlantic

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The Meridian

2631 University Blvd N

2695 University Blvd N

1629 E 9th St

3266 Justina Rd

5452 Playa Way
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Arlington, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Studio Apartments | $963 | $699 | $1,605 |
| Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $794 | $3,026 |
| Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $874 | $3,597 |
| Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $1,275 | $4,062 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 153 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arlington Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arlington area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at 5140 River Bluff Lane priced from $665. Golden Shores of Jacksonville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5140 River Bluff Lane | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Golden Shores of Jacksonville | Lake studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Prospect Heights | E1P | Studio,1BA | $724 |
| Manchester | Studio One Bath Open | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| French Courtyard | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Arco Place Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $818 |
| Riverview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Tree Hill | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Club at Charter Pointe | 1x1a | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Palms of Arlington | 1 BR, 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, FL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3x3 Flat Model at Jackson Commons in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $945. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the Iris Model at Hillwood Pointe Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Commons | 3x3 Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Hillwood Pointe Apartments | Iris | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Timberwood Trace | Palm | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Casa Bella Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Pinewood Pointe | Carambola | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Willow Trail | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Alderman Park Apartments | B1C | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Riverview | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 850 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Arco Place Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arlington is under $894.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arlington?
The cheapest apartment in Arlington is Prospect Heights which is listed at $794, while the average apartment in Arlington costs $1,699.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arlington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 108 regular apartments in Arlington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Arlington?
Cheap apartments in Arlington have an average cost of $281 which is $1,418 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington.
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