
Cheap Homes for Rent in the College Gardens Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $600 (83 Rentals)
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1271 Hart St

344 Smith St

2553 Martha St

1145 W 25th St

1551 W 33rd St

1235 W 5th St

842 W 31st St

2221 W 39th St

1823 W 6th St, Unit 2-0
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1823 W 6th St

708 Shearer Ave

1923 Fairfax St

1617 W 13th St

1729 Logan St W

1531 Louisiana St

1170 W 21st St

844 Tyler St

5803 Poitier Dr

2324 Moncrief Rd
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1971 Ella St

1219 Grothe St

1853 W 6th St

1044 Reiman St

1464 W 6th St

311 W Ashley St, Unit 304 - 0

4114 Moncrief Rd

1259 Hart St

1524 Mt Herman St

2008 Palafox St
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1169 W 28th St

232 Chelsea St

2052 W 17th St

1526 W 22nd St

2050 Dellwood Ave

1593 W 21st St

1730 W 19th St

1548 W 23rd St

2016 Dellwood Ave, Unit 2

2040 W 15th St
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1451 W 21st St

1124 W 25th St, Unit 4

1124 W 25th St, Unit 3

517 W 18th St

768 Osceola St, Unit B

547 W 28th St

4851 Amos St

738 Westbrook Rd

1648 W 36th St

311 W Ashley 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 | $1,090 | $745 | $1,850 |
| College Gardens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,337 | $612 | $2,500 |
| College Gardens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,741 | $1,300 | $3,000 |
| College Gardens 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,717 | $1,500 | $1,935 |
| College Gardens 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,066 | $2,050 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 83 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. MOVE-IN SPECIAL – LIMITED TIME! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. 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 |
| MOVE-IN SPECIAL – LIMITED TIME! | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| 1230 W 3 St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Kings Place Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Palafox Gardens-RENT SPECIALS | 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| $99 First Month | Multi family | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Gardens, FL
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Gardens area is the $1.17 price per square foot 768 Acosta St Model at 768 Acosta St, Unit 1 in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value College Gardens apartment is the 2 BR 1 Bath Model at Palafox Gardens-RENT SPECIALS starting at $875 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Royal Terrace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 768 Acosta St, Unit 1 | 768 Acosta St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Palafox Gardens-RENT SPECIALS | 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Kings Place Apartments | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 1230 W 3 St. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2730 Hamilton Cir, Unit #2 | 2730 Hamilton Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2862 W 1st St | 2862 W 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Patriot Spring | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 3818 Almeda St | 3818 Almeda St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1666 N Myrtle Ave, Unit 1 | 1666 N Myrtle Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about College Gardens
What type of rentals are currently available in College Gardens?
There are currently 315 Apartments for Rent in College Gardens, FL with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,875. There are also 232 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Gardens ranging from $600 to $3,000.
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 $600 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,269.
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