
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $700 (55 Rentals)
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5260 Ramona Blvd

Morningside

Villas On The Hill

1131 Lake Shore Blvd, Unit 1131

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1137 Lake Shore Blvd, Unit 1137

Cedar Creek Villas

Madelyn Oaks Apartments

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The Grove on Lane
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1134 Woodruff Ave

1130 Woodruff Ave

4415 Melrose Ave, Unit 3

Crosscreek

3304 Phyllis St, Unit Apt 2

1160 Comanche St

3552 College St

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Paloma's Apartments

Avner Holdings

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5674 Akra Ave, Unit 5674
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6511 San Juan Ave, Unit 3

Village at Hyde Park

Lofts at Murray Hill

Westwood Apartments

3233 Post St

4803 Lexington Ave

Velma 1045

Ginger Park

5215 San Juan Ave
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Jammes Apartments

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3347 Post St

5238 San Juan Ave

5687 Akra Ave

3343 Post St

Valencia Way

3337 Post St

5238 San Juan Ave

Village at Virginian Arms
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Baywood Apartments

Villas on the Hill 1165

Villas on the Hill 1131 & 1137

Villas on the Hill 4806

5433 Leaming Ave

Shirley

Cypress Apartments

740 Ernona St

Samson Equities

1443 Winnebago Ave
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Hillcrest, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,206 | $1,080 | $1,270 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $850 | $1,751 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $1,200 | $2,869 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,402 | $3,391 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at Velma 1045 priced from $750. Villas On The Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Velma 1045 | Velma 1045 - 3 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Villas On The Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Riverbank Apartments | RENOVATED MODERN 1 BED 1 BATH - Call our leasin... | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| The Grove on Lane | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Cypress Apartments | Cypress Apartments - 203 | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Samson Equities | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Paloma's Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Avner Holdings | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, FL
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.49 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at View on the River in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,414. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the B1 Model at Crosscreek starting at $1,200 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Normandy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| View on the River | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Crosscreek | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Cedar Creek Villas | 2 Bedroom Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 5674 Akra Ave, Unit 5674 | 5674 Akra Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 3307 Mayflower Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 3668 Valencia Rd | 3668 Valencia Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Cypress Apartments | Cypress Apartments - 104 | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Westwood Apartments | Autumn | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Avner Holdings | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1137 Lake Shore Blvd, Unit 1137 | 1137 Lake Shore Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $875 at Villas On The Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $1,000 at Cypress Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madelyn Oaks Apartments and starts from $1,258.
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