
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Forest Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lake Forest area of Jacksonville.


842 W 31st St

2217 W 39th St

2150 Morehouse Rd, Unit Rooms for Rent

Breakwater Studios

219 W 41st St

Cypress Landing

481 E 44th St
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9525 Campus Ave

2171 W 40th St

The Marley at Trout River

Palm Terrace

665 Chestnut Dr

Normandy Apartments

4123 Wilson St

The Weldon
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Capri Villa

1653 W 35th St

6825 N Pearl St

Linda Apartments

1052 Maynard St

1044 Maynard St

1056 Maynard St

9525 Campus Ave
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Lake Park Colonial

4511 N Pearl St

Rosalind Villas

4395 N Pearl St

Steven Apartments

9133 13th Ave

1637 W 34th St

2059 Morehouse Rd
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511 Ivy St

5736 Teeler Ave
Lake Forest, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest Studio Apartments | $845 | $800 | $890 |
| Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $550 | $1,538 |
| Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $800 | $1,679 |
| Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $917 | $2,114 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Forest Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Forest area of Jacksonville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cypress Landing priced from $855. The Marley at Trout River has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Lake Forest apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| The Marley at Trout River | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Island Pointe | Cayman | 2BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| The Howell at the Preserve Apartments | Captiva | 3BR,2BA | $2,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, FL
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Forest area is the $1.44 price per square foot Captiva Model at The Howell at the Preserve Apartments in the in the Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $2,089. The second greatest value Lake Forest apartment is the Cayman Model at Island Pointe starting at $1,254 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Lake Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Howell at the Preserve Apartments | Captiva | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Island Pointe | Cayman | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Marley at Trout River | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Forest Apartment is $1,025 at The Marley at Trout River.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Forest is starting from $855 at Cypress Landing.
What is the most affordable Lake Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cypress Landing and starts from $917.
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