
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sweetwater Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (33 Rentals)
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2203 Bourget Dr

6827 Rojo Ct

4157 Autrey Ave E

5214 Lexington Ave, Unit B

Cedar Creek Villas

Riverbank Apartments

Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes
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Cove at Peninsula

Palazzo Townhomes

8144 Hewitt St

Westcreek II

Wilson Blvd Apartments

Peoples Choice Apartments LLC

Westcreek Apartments

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Grassy Pond

5222 Lexington Ave
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Timuquana Gardens

7138 Conant Ave

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5136 Westchase Ct

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Sweetwater, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sweetwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater Studio Apartments | $1,024 | $987 | $1,037 |
| Sweetwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,091 | $513 | $1,720 |
| Sweetwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $608 | $1,780 |
| Sweetwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $1,145 | $2,059 |
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Cheapest Available Sweetwater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sweetwater area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverbank Apartments priced from $915. Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Sweetwater apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank Apartments | RENOVATED MODERN 1 BED 1 BATH - Call our leasin... | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cove at Peninsula | Cedar | Studio,1BA | $987 |
| The Belmont | 1Br/1Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Samson Equities | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Hyde Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Village at Hyde Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,072 |
| Bayside at Peninsula | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| Sound at Peninsula | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Seaboard Oaks | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,133 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sweetwater, FL
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sweetwater area is the $1.21 price per square foot B4 Model at The Grove on Lane in the in the Normandy neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Sweetwater apartment is the 2 Bedroom Large Model at Cedar Creek Villas starting at $1,145 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Ortega neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sweetwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove on Lane | B4 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Cedar Creek Villas | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| 7644 Mailes Ct, Unit Unit 201 | 7644 Mailes Ct | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Hyde Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Marcis Pointe | Two Bed\Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Seaboard Oaks | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Bayside at Peninsula | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Sound at Peninsula | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Belmont | 1Br/1Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sweetwater Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sweetwater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sweetwater Apartment is $915 at Riverbank Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sweetwater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sweetwater is starting from $999 at Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes.
What is the most affordable Sweetwater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sweetwater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes and starts from $1,450.
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