Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $700 (20 Rentals)

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property at 218 Church St W

218 Church St W

JacksonvilleFL32202

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311 E Ashley St

JacksonvilleFL32202
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412 E Ashley St

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The Carling Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carling Apartments

31 W Adams StJacksonville, FL 32202
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property at 311 W Ashley St

311 W Ashley St

JacksonvilleFL32202

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property at 311 W Ashley St

311 W Ashley St

JacksonvilleFL32202

Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at 11 East Forsyth Apartments priced from $1,128. The Residences at Barnett has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
11 East Forsyth ApartmentsThe PritchardStudio,1BA$1,128
The Residences at BarnettThe Hart1BR,1BA$1,166
The Carling ApartmentsSan Marco1BR,1BA$1,282
SoBA ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,369
Union Terminal WarehouseLincoln1BR,1BA$1,374

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, FL

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $2.42 price per square foot The Penthouse Model at The Strand in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $4,394. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the B4 Model at The Station at San Marco starting at $3,165 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The StrandThe Penthouse3BR,2BA$2.42
The Station at San MarcoB42BR,2BA$2.49
Union Terminal WarehouseBallard2BR,2BA$2.84
Lofts at CathedralAdams1BR,1BA$1.84
Artea ApartmentsA1-Expandable Office1BR,1BA$2.61
The Carling ApartmentsSan Marco1BR,1BA$1.97
SoBA ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$2.06
River HouseS1Studio ,1BA$2.68
11 East Forsyth ApartmentsThe TaylorStudio ,1BA$1.96
The Residences at BarnettThe Riverside1BR,1BA$2.31

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #108

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Riverfront Neighborhood in Jacksonville, FL

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverfront?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverfront is at 11 East Forsyth Apartments listed at $1,128.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment is $1,166 at The Residences at Barnett.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverfront Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront is starting from $1,499 at Lofts at Cathedral.

What is the most affordable Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River House and starts from $2,650.

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

Written by: Chuck Navarra

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.