Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bowden Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $700 (36 Rentals)

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Kings Crossing Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Crossing Apartments

7241 S Old Kings RdJacksonville, FL 32217
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Oasis Club
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oasis Club

5800 University Blvd WJacksonville, FL 32216
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Heather Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heather Ridge

6200 Barnes Rd SJacksonville, FL 32216
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zLakewood Oaks
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

zLakewood Oaks

3534 Smithfield RdJacksonville, FL 32217
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122 West
1 Bedroom Apartments

122 West

1665 Ryar RdJacksonville, FL 32216

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Lions Head Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lions Head Apartments

4950 Richard StJacksonville, FL 32207
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Magnolia Point
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Point

7507 Beach BlvdJacksonville, FL 32216
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Eagle Rock II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Rock II

3760 University Blvd SJacksonville, FL 32216
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San Jose
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Jose

7008 Ponce De Leon AveJacksonville, FL 32217
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Alux on University
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alux on University

3830 University Blvd SJacksonville, FL 32216
property at 5617 Bowden Rd

5617 Bowden Rd

JacksonvilleFL32216

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Bowden, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bowden Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bowden area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at Mount Carmel Gardens- A 62+ Community priced from $765. Park Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Bowden apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mount Carmel Gardens- A 62+ CommunityEfficiencyStudio,1BA$765
Park Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath 850 Sq. Ft.1BR,1BA$850
Madison Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$855
Arbor Place ApartmentsOak Renovated1BR,1BA$949
The Village at San Jose Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Renovated1BR,1BA$959
Glenwood ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$980
Heron WalkThe Mallard1BR,1BA$985
Prospect Heights ApartmentsB1-Classic2BR,1BA$995
Kings Trail Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,011
Elevate SouthsideStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bowden, FL

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bowden area is the $1.34 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Jackson Palms in the in the Pottsburg Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,302. The second greatest value Bowden apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at San Jose starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Lakewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bowden apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Jackson PalmsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.34
San Jose2 Bed, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.22
Mirage at SouthpointMAS B12BR,1BA$1.48
Park Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath 850 Sq. Ft.1BR,1BA$1.00
Prospect Heights ApartmentsB1-Standard2BR,1.5BA$1.26
University Square Apartments1 Bed - Fully Renovated1BR,1BA$1.30
Coventry Park ApartmentsThe Cloverleaf1BR,1BA$1.67
Kings Trail Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Glenwood ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$1.58
Madison Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49

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Bowden, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #56

Among neighborhoods in Jacksonville, FL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Jacksonville, Florida. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Bowden Neighborhood in Jacksonville, FL

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bowden Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Bowden?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bowden is under $1,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bowden?

The cheapest apartment in Bowden is Mount Carmel Gardens- A 62+ Community which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Bowden costs $2,115.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bowden?

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 30 regular apartments in Bowden 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 Bowden?

Cheap apartments in Bowden have an average cost of $299 which is $1,816 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bowden.

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