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

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property at 417 N Liberty St

417 N Liberty St

JacksonvilleFL32202

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property at 135 E 17th St

135 E 17th St

JacksonvilleFL32206

Jacksonville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 909 Cedar St

909 Cedar St

JacksonvilleFL32207
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Eagle Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Pointe

5611 Holly Bell DrJacksonville, FL 32277
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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
La PalmaA11BR,1BA$850
Houston Street ManorA1-C1BR,1BA$851
Pier 53501x1 825sq ft1BR,1BA$939

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Jacksonville, FL

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Jacksonville area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 Model at Magnolia Village in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $1,797. The second greatest value East Jacksonville apartment is the Flats Model at Jackson Commons starting at $955 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Arlington 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.
Magnolia Village33BR,2BA$1.19
Jackson CommonsFlats2BR,2BA$0.70
Tree HouseA4 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.15
931 Cedar St, Unit 2931 Cedar St1BR,1BA$1.30
4304 Springfield Blvd, Unit 24304 Springfield Blvd2BR,1BA$1.12
Houston Street ManorA1-H1BR,1BA$1.28
Patriot Spring2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89
Eastside Terrace3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
Eastside Garden3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
La PalmaA11BR,1BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #86

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 $939.

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 $2,085.

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 44 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 $542 which is $1,543 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Jacksonville.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.