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

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property at 2116 Herschel St

$1,200 - $1,525

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2116 Herschel St

JacksonvilleFL32204

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 4249 St Johns Ave

$1,395

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$1,395
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$1,395

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4249 St Johns Ave

JacksonvilleFL32210

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Fairfax, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfax area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Villas On The Hill priced from $875. Sound at Peninsula has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas On The Hill1x11BR,1BA$875
Sound at PeninsulaA11BR,1BA$950
View on the River1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$998
Cypress ApartmentsCypress Apartments - 2032BR,1BA$1,000
Madelyn Oaks ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$1,075
Cedar Creek Villas2 Bedroom Large2BR,1BA$1,145
Avner HoldingsAvena2BR,1BA$1,150
Bayside at Peninsula2A2BR,1BA$1,170
Cove at PeninsulaSycamore2BR,1BA$1,181

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, FL

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2733 Herschel St Model at 2733 Herschel St, Unit First floor in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 2 Bedroom Large Model at Cedar Creek Villas starting at $1,145 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Ortega neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2733 Herschel St, Unit First floor2733 Herschel St3BR,1.5BA$1.29
Cedar Creek Villas2 Bedroom Large2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Bayside at Peninsula2A2BR,1BA$1.10
Cove at PeninsulaSycamore2BR,1BA$1.13
Avner HoldingsAvena2BR,1.5BA$1.12
View on the River2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.49
Madelyn Oaks ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 50%2BR,2BA$1.15
Cypress ApartmentsCypress Apartments - 1042BR,1BA$1.25
Sound at PeninsulaA11BR,1BA$1.28
Courtyard Apartments1BR Lofts-UNIT 11BR,1BA$1.63

Jacksonville Student Housing Guide: Where to Rent Near UNF, JU, FSCJ and EWU

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairfax, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #60

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?

There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, FL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $115,000. There are also 102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $895 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfax?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfax ranges from $895 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,561.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfax?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfax range from $1,150 to $2,664, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,375 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,402.

Expert Rental Resources

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