Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Empire Point Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (42 Rentals)

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Cambridge Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Park

1110 Caliente DrJacksonville, FL 32211
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Catalina
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina

840-900 Bert RdJacksonville, FL 32211

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Candlelight Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Candlelight Square

2445 Spring Park RdJacksonville, FL 32207
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Palmetto Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Glen

2301-2965 Westmont StJacksonville, FL 32207
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Reserve At Waters
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reserve At Waters

6100 Arlington ExpyJacksonville, FL 32211
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Cimarron Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cimarron Apartments

830 Arlington River DrJacksonville, FL 32211
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La Palma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Palma

5522 Playa WayJacksonville, FL 32211
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Creekside Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

1218 Hickman RdJacksonville, FL 32216
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122 West
1 Bedroom Apartments

122 West

1665 Ryar RdJacksonville, FL 32216

Empire Point - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Jacksonville

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Jacksonville by our Local Expert Chuck Navarra. See how it ranks!

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Eagle Rock II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Rock II

3760 University Blvd SJacksonville, FL 32216
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The Palms at 2800
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms at 2800

2800 University Blvd SJacksonville, FL 32216
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Empire Point, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Empire Point Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Empire Point area of Jacksonville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Eastside Garden priced from $681. Grand Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $805. Here are the most affordable Empire Point apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastside Garden2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$681
Grand Oaks1BR, 1BTH1BR,1BA$805
Pier 53501-1 StudioStudio,1BA$912
Marco Meadows1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$999
Glenwood ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$1,000
ManchesterOne Bed One Bath S1BR,1BA$1,020
The Landings at San Marco1 BR, 1 BA - Original1BR,1BA$1,039
Laurel Pointe2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire Point, FL

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Empire Point area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3142 Belden Cir Model at 3142 Belden Cir, Unit 3142 in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $1,790. The second greatest value Empire Point apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Oasis at San Marco starting at $1,399 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Empire Point apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3142 Belden Cir, Unit 31423142 Belden Cir3BR,2BA$1.16
Oasis at San Marco3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.22
2139 Spring Park Rd, Unit #42139 Spring Park Rd2BR,1BA$0.86
Magnolia Village11BR,1BA$1.31
University Square Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
Laurel Pointe2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.15
Lofts at San Marco East2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.38
Marco Meadows1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.33
Eastside Garden3BD/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
745 Pippin St, Unit 745745 Pippin St2BR,1BA$1.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Empire Point, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #33

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Florida including Empire Point, Jacksonville, and the greater Jacksonville area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Empire Point Neighborhood in Jacksonville, FL

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 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 Empire Point Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Empire Point?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Empire Point is under $1,099.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Empire Point?

The cheapest apartment in Empire Point is Grand Oaks which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Empire Point costs $1,799.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Empire Point?

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 22 regular apartments in Empire Point 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 Empire Point?

Cheap apartments in Empire Point have an average cost of $535 which is $1,264 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Empire Point.

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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Written by: Trey Huguley

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