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

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property at 5654 Baywood Ter

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5654 Baywood Ter

JacksonvilleFL32211

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Eagles Court
Studio Apartments

Eagles Court

2705-2753 Stardust CtJacksonville, FL 32211
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Eagle Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Pointe

5611 Holly Bell DrJacksonville, FL 32277
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The Villager
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Villager

2951 Justina RdJacksonville, FL 32277
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Miramar
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramar

3131 University Blvd NJacksonville, FL 32211
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Green Phin Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Green Phin Flats

3285 University Blvd NJacksonville, FL 32277
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Stardust
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stardust

5772 Merrill RdJacksonville, FL 32277
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French Courtyard
1 Bedroom Apartments

French Courtyard

3253 Justina RdJacksonville, FL 32277
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Eastside Terrace
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Eastside Terrace

1230 E 7th StJacksonville, FL 32206
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The Lakeside Nest
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Lakeside Nest

2681 University Blvd NJacksonville, FL 32211
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Chelsea Courtyards
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea Courtyards

2260 University Blvd NJacksonville, FL 32211
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property at 1782 E 24th St

$999

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1782 E 24th St

JacksonvilleFL32206
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Skye at Ponte Vedra
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Skye at Ponte Vedra

3266-3289 Justina RdJacksonville, FL 32277
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Villager
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Villager

2951 Justina RdJacksonville, FL 32277
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Yellow Pine Townhomes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yellow Pine Townhomes

2854-2885 Yellow Pine DrJacksonville, FL 32277

University Park, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trollie Lane Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$800
Edenfield ShoresA11BR,1BA$899
Tree HouseA1 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$961
Gregory Cove1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$964
Patriot Plaza1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$997
The Square at 59 CarolineThe Ashton1BR,1BA$1,005
Caroline Village1 Bedroom - 7401BR,1BA$1,020
Townsend ApartmentsIris1BR,1BA$1,039
Club at Charter Pointe1x1L1BR,1BA$1,140
Sundance PointeBonita2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Jackson Commons3x3 Flat3BR,3BA$0.70
Casa Bella Apartment Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.19
Sundance PointeCatalonia3BR,2BA$1.34
Tree HouseA1 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.28
Club at Charter Pointe1x1L1BR,1BA$1.53
Caroline Village1 Bedroom - 7401BR,1BA$1.38
Gregory Cove1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.42
The Square at 59 CarolineThe Ashton1BR,1BA$1.54
Trollie Lane Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.27
Edenfield ShoresA11BR,1BA$1.56

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Florida and customized analysis for Jacksonville, Florida. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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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