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1500 N Carolina St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jacksonville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jacksonville Studio Apartments | $705 | $625 | $816 |
Jacksonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $850 | $331 | $1,515 |
Jacksonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $389 | $1,825 |
Jacksonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $900 | $2,060 |
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Cheapest Available Jacksonville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jacksonville, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $462. The Hickox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $628. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jacksonville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $628 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jacksonville, IL and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jacksonville area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Orchard Park in the starting from $1,165. The second greatest value Jacksonville apartment is the Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes starting at $875 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jacksonville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Orchard Park | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.93 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
1500 N Carolina St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
221 W Morgan St, Unit B | 221 W Morgan St | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Walk Score®
46 / 100
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Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jacksonville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jacksonville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jacksonville is at The Hickox Collection listed at $628.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jacksonville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jacksonville Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jacksonville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jacksonville is starting from $515 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the most affordable Jacksonville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jacksonville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1500 N Carolina St and starts from $775.
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