
Cheap Homes for Rent in College Gardens Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $400 (94 Rentals)
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517 W 18th St

1271 Hart St

1255 Hart St

1403 Steele St

2549 Calvin St

2310 Fairfax St

1104 W 24th St

2312 Fairfax St

1781 W 3rd St
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1783 W 3rd St

2016 Mc Millan St

2553 Martha St

1145 W 25th St

1322 W 23rd St

1551 W 33rd St

539 W 23rd St

1649 State St W

1235 W 5th St

5355 New Kings Rd
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842 W 31st St

2221 W 39th St

1045 Ontario St

1653 W 35th St

1923 Fairfax St

1617 W 13th St

708 Shearer Ave

1823 W 6th St

1170 W 21st St

1729 Logan St W
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2324 Moncrief Rd

1044 Reiman St

844 Tyler St

1526 W 22nd St

2975 Dellwood Ave

2050 Dellwood Ave

1651 Union St W

1524 Mt Herman St

2052 W 17th St

547 W 28th St
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916 W 25th St

2134 Danson St

311 W Ashley St

1376 Prince St

2811 Venus St

3323 Nolan St

1956 W 25th St

1124 W 25th St

2913 W 2nd St

5236 Rita St
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College Gardens, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in College Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Gardens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,068 | $480 | $2,600 |
| College Gardens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,391 | $650 | $2,700 |
| College Gardens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,612 | $650 | $2,500 |
| College Gardens 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,215 | $695 | $1,500 |
| College Gardens 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,462 | $2,250 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College Gardens Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available College Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Gardens area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot Spring priced from $614. Kings Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable College Gardens apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot Spring | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $614 |
| Kings Place Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $882 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Gardens, FL
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Gardens area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2027 W 12th St Model at 2027 W 12th St, Unit 2027 w 12th St Upstairs in the in the Royal Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value College Gardens apartment is the 2 Beds / 1 Bath Model at Kings Place Apartments starting at $850 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 W 12th St, Unit 2027 w 12th St Upstairs | 2027 W 12th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Kings Place Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 3818 Almeda St, Unit A | 3818 Almeda St | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 2113 Mount Herman St, Unit B | 2113 Mount Herman St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 2730 Hamilton Cir, Unit #2 | 2730 Hamilton Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2920 Moncrief Rd, Unit 2924 Moncrief Rd | 2920 Moncrief Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Patriot Spring | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 610 W 18th St, Unit 2 | 610 W 18th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 1666 N Myrtle Ave, Unit 1 | 1666 N Myrtle Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Gardens, Jacksonville, FL
Ranked #155
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about College Gardens
What type of rentals are currently available in College Gardens?
There are currently 304 Apartments for Rent in College Gardens, FL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,850. There are also 213 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Gardens ranging from $205 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Gardens?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Gardens ranges from $205 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,304.
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