Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Jacksonville Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (64 Rentals)

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218 Church St W

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Eagle Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Pointe

5611 Holly Bell DrJacksonville, FL 32277
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Cambridge Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Park

1110 Caliente DrJacksonville, FL 32211
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Patriot Spring
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Patriot Spring

1411 N Jefferson StJacksonville, FL 32209
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East Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Jacksonville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Jacksonville 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 East Jacksonville 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
Case De Marco ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$850
Houston Street ManorA1-C1BR,1BA$851
Tree HouseA4 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$961
Oasis at San Marco1/1 Classic1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Jacksonville, FL

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Jacksonville area is the $0.70 price per square foot Flats Model at Jackson Commons in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $955. The second greatest value East Jacksonville apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,183 Square Feet 2 Model at Lofts at Jefferson Station starting at $1,475 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Jacksonville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Jackson CommonsFlats2BR,2BA$0.70
Lofts at Jefferson Station3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,183 Square Feet 23BR,2BA$1.25
Magnolia Village11BR,1BA$1.32
Lofts at Monroe2 Bedroom | 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.37
3730 Lehigh St, Unit 23730 Lehigh St2BR,1BA$1.17
Patriot Spring2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89
Eastside Terrace3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
Eastside Garden3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
1184 E 18th St, Unit B1184 E 18th St2BR,1BA$1.32
Houston Street ManorA1-C1BR,1BA$1.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Florida including East Jacksonville, Jacksonville, and the greater Jacksonville area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the East Jacksonville Neighborhood in Jacksonville, FL

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Jacksonville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Jacksonville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Jacksonville is under $999.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Jacksonville?

The cheapest apartment in East Jacksonville is Patriot Spring which is listed at $614, while the average apartment in East Jacksonville costs $2,002.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Jacksonville?

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 65 regular apartments in East Jacksonville 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 East Jacksonville?

Cheap apartments in East Jacksonville have an average cost of $374 which is $1,628 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Jacksonville.

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

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.