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232 Chelsea St

JacksonvilleFL32204

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Southside, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Jacksonville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Oakwood Villa priced from $553. Golden Shores of Jacksonville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $757. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakwood VillaOak3BR,1BA$553
Golden Shores of JacksonvilleLake studioStudio,1BA$757
Mount Carmel Gardens- A 62+ CommunityEfficiencyStudio,1BA$765
Riverview Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$828
JaxBay ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$880
Madison Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Arbor Place ApartmentsOak Renovated1BR,1BA$899
The Village at San Jose Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Renovated1BR,1BA$899
Summer Glen ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
The Columns1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, FL

As of September 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $1.12 price per square foot Aventura Model at Heritage Deerwood in the in the Windy Hill neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 3144 Belden Cir Model at 3144 Belden Cir, Unit 3144 starting at $1,790 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Heritage DeerwoodAventura1BR,1BA$1.12
3144 Belden Cir, Unit 31443144 Belden Cir3BR,2BA$1.16
MAA Town CenterCentral Park2BR,2BA$1.11
Timberwood TracePalm3BR,2.5BA$1.17
Pinewood PointeCarambola3BR,2.5BA$1.19
Oxford Hall Apartments2 Beds 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.19
San Jose2 Bed, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.17
Oakwood VillaOak3BR,1BA$0.63
232 Chelsea St, Unit B1232 Chelsea St2BR,1BA$1.12
Park Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath 850 Sq. Ft.1BR,1BA$1.07

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Southside, Jacksonville, FL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southside is at Golden Shores of Jacksonville listed at $757.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Apartment is $820 at Mount Carmel Gardens- A 62+ Community.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside is starting from $999 at The Columns.

What is the most affordable Southside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Villa and starts from $553.

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

Hey there! I’m Chuck, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local Expert! I've joined Jaguars fans many times on Sundays to hear their rallying cry, "Duuuval!", but there's so much more to enjoy here in one of the nation's largest cities.

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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.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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