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property at 2153 Post St

2153 Post St

JacksonvilleFL32204
property at 1235 W 5th St

1235 W 5th St

JacksonvilleFL32209

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 218 E Church St

218 E Church St

JacksonvilleFL32202

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Downtown, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at Patriot Spring on Market priced from $516. Patriot Spring has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $614. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot Spring on Market0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$516
Patriot Spring1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$614
Eastside Garden2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$681
Eastside Terrace3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$786
Kings Place Apartments2 Beds / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, FL

As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.99 price per square foot 2823 N Market St Model at 2823 N Market St, Unit 2823 N Market st in the in the Springfield neighborhood starting from $1,540. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 1753 Tyler street Model at 1753 Tyler street, Unit 1753 Tyler St starting at $1,175 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2823 N Market St, Unit 2823 N Market st2823 N Market St3BR,1BA$0.99
1753 Tyler street, Unit 1753 Tyler St1753 Tyler street2BR,1BA$1.07
Houston Street ManorB1-E2BR,2BA$1.10
Kings Place Apartments2 Beds / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
232 Chelsea St, Unit B1232 Chelsea St2BR,1BA$1.12
Patriot Spring2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89
Eastside Terrace3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
Eastside Garden3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
610 W 18th St, Unit 3610 W 18th St2BR,1BA$1.06
1716 Whitner St, Unit 11716 Whitner St2BR,1BA$1.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #10

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown, Jacksonville, and the greater Jacksonville area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $875.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Patriot Spring which is listed at $614, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $2,199.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?

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 46 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown?

Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $553 which is $1,646 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Jacksonville Area

Written by: Chuck Navarra

Hey there! I’m Chuck, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local Expert! I've joined Jaguars fans many times on Sundays to hear their rallying cry, "Duuuval!", but there's so much more to enjoy here in one of the nation's largest cities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.