
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (35 Rentals)
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1524 Dyal St

Trollie Lane Apartments

Casa Bella Apartment Homes

Edenfield Shores

Tree House

Gregory Cove

Caroline Village
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Patriot Plaza

The Square at 59 Caroline

Townsend Apartments

1225 E 14th St

Club at Charter Pointe

2631 University Blvd N

2695 University Blvd N

1629 E 9th St
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Eagles Court

1778 E 30th St

Eagle Pointe

1125 E 24th St

1851 E 24th St

The Villager

Miramar

Green Phin Flats
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French Courtyard

Eastside Terrace

The Lakeside Nest

Chelsea Courtyards

1782 E 24th St

Skye at Ponte Vedra

3303 Jones St
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Yellow Pine Townhomes

1627 E 9th St
University Park, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $800 | $1,350 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $1,000 | $1,510 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,391 | $1,910 |
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Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trollie Lane Apartments priced from $800. Edenfield Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trollie Lane Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Edenfield Shores | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Tree House | A1 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $961 |
| Gregory Cove | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Patriot Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $997 |
| The Square at 59 Caroline | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Caroline Village | 1 Bedroom - 740 | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Townsend Apartments | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Club at Charter Pointe | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Sundance Pointe | Bonita | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3x3 Flat Model at Jackson Commons in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $945. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Casa Bella Apartment Homes starting at $1,410 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Commons | 3x3 Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Casa Bella Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Sundance Pointe | Catalonia | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Tree House | A1 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Club at Charter Pointe | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Caroline Village | 1 Bedroom - 740 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Gregory Cove | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Square at 59 Caroline | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Trollie Lane Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Edenfield Shores | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Park is Trollie Lane Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in University Park costs $1,487.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park?
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 61 regular apartments in University Park 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 University Park?
Cheap apartments in University Park have an average cost of $377 which is $1,110 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.
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