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

Casa Bella Apartment Homes

Edenfield Shores

The Square at 59 Caroline

Caroline Village

Tree House

Gregory Cove
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Patriot Plaza

Townsend Apartments

2695 University Blvd N

2631 University Blvd N

1629 E 9th St

3266 Justina Rd

Eagles Court

1778 E 30th St
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Eagle Pointe

1851 E 24th St

1125 E 24th St

The Villager

Miramar

Green Phin Flats

French Courtyard

Stardust
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Eastside Terrace

1782 E 24th St

The Lakeside Nest

Chelsea Courtyards

Trollie Lane Apartments

3303 Jones St

Villager

Skye at Ponte Vedra
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1934 Brackland 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 Studio Apartments | $1,035 | $1,035 | $1,035 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $885 | $2,636 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $1,055 | $2,426 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,237 | $3,257 |
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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 French Courtyard priced from $750. Edenfield Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Courtyard | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Edenfield Shores | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| The Square at 59 Caroline | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Tree House | A1 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Gregory Cove | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Patriot Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $997 |
| Townsend Apartments | Daisy | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| Caroline Village | 2 Bedroom - 980 | 2BR,2BA | $1,099 |
| Club at Charter Pointe | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Casa Bella Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,410 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL
As of June 08, 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 |
| Patriot Plaza | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Caroline Village | 2 Bedroom - 980 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Tree House | A1 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Club at Charter Pointe | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Gregory Cove | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Square at 59 Caroline | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Edenfield Shores | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| French Courtyard | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Apartment is $750 at French Courtyard.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Park is starting from $1,079 at Townsend Apartments.
What is the most affordable University Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Townsend Apartments and starts from $1,237.
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