
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (35 Rentals)
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One at Mandarin

Arcona Grove

JaxBay Apartments

The Park at Anzio

MAA Mandarin Lakes

View At Mandarin

Timberwalk at Mandarin
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Mandarin Lanai

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Woodlake Park Apartments

MAA Mandarin North

Wyndham Lakes

11470 Oakfield Ct

MAA Belmont

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Oasis of Mandarin
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11479 Oakfield Ct, Unit 201

9580 Hood Rd

9596 Hood Rd, Unit 9596201

9580 Hood Rd, Unit 9580101

The Julington

9588 Hood Rd, Unit 102

9548 Hood Rd, Unit 9548101

9548 Hood Rd, Unit 102
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9540 Hood Rd, Unit 9540102

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Pickwick Flats

4108 Hanging Moss Ct

3919 Summer Pines Dr

4137 Rollingwood Ct

11211 Windtree Dr E

Camri Green
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The Point at Arrowhead

4215 Windergate Dr

4108 Hanging Moss Ct
Southwood, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $930 | $1,143 |
| Southwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $920 | $1,642 |
| Southwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $558 | $2,018 |
| Southwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $647 | $2,923 |
| Southwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $718 | $1,610 |
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Cheapest Available Southwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwood area of Jacksonville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Leigh Meadows Apartments priced from $558. Arcona Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $929. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Meadows Apartments | Two Bedroom Two bathroom 60% | 2BR,2BA | $558 |
| Arcona Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| One at Mandarin | A2 1x1 The Julington | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| The Park at Anzio | Venus | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| MAA Mandarin Lakes | The Regency | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| Wyndham Lakes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| View At Mandarin | The Executive | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| Woodlake Park Apartments | Cypress II | 2BR,2BA | $1,223 |
| The Point at Arrowhead | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| MAA Mandarin North | The Osprey | 2BR,2BA | $1,356 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, FL
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $1.08 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Woodlake Park Apartments in the in the Mandarin neighborhood starting from $1,646. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the Discovery Model at Pickwick Flats starting at $1,646 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Mandarin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlake Park Apartments | Magnolia | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Pickwick Flats | Discovery | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| MAA Mandarin North | The Falcon | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Le Montage Luxury Rental Apartments | White Cabinets | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Oasis of Mandarin | Bamboo Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Waterford at Mandarin Apartments | Bradford Pear | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Timberwalk at Mandarin | Two Bedroom One Bath-Simply Modern | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| View At Mandarin | The Executive | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Leigh Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Arcona Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwood?
The cheapest apartment in Southwood is Arcona Grove which is listed at $929, while the average apartment in Southwood costs $1,751.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Southwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwood?
Cheap apartments in Southwood have an average cost of $1,164 which is $587 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwood.
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