
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $800 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwood area of Jacksonville.


MAA Belmont

MAA Mandarin Lakes

Oasis of Mandarin

The View at Mandarin

Timberwalk at Mandarin
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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 | $1,120 | $1,038 | $1,205 |
| Southwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $879 | $2,516 |
| Southwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $1,090 | $1,942 |
| Southwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,540 | $2,865 |
| Southwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwood Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Southwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwood area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at The View at Mandarin priced from $855. Arcona Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View at Mandarin | The Diplomat | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Arcona Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| MAA Mandarin Lakes | The Baroque | Studio,1BA | $1,038 |
| Wyndham Lakes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Oasis of Mandarin | Aster | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, FL
As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $1.28 price per square foot Bradford Pear Model at The Waterford at Mandarin Apartments in the in the Mandarin neighborhood starting from $1,379. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the The Osprey Model at MAA Mandarin North starting at $1,376 with a $1.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterford at Mandarin Apartments | Bradford Pear | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| MAA Mandarin North | The Osprey | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| MAA Belmont | The Saratoga | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Timberwalk at Mandarin | One Bedroom One Bath-Simply Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Oasis of Mandarin | Aster Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Point at Arrowhead | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| MAA Mandarin Lakes | The Victorian | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The View at Mandarin | The Diplomat | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Arcona Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Wyndham Lakes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwood is at MAA Mandarin Lakes listed at $1,038.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Apartment is $855 at The View at Mandarin.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwood is starting from $1,155 at The View at Mandarin.
What is the most affordable Southwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oasis of Mandarin and starts from $1,540.
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