
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jacksonville, NC from $400 (45 Rentals)
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130 Plow Point Ln

224 Barbara Ave

Osprey Cove North Apartments

WESTFIELD DUPLEXES

Azalea Gardens Apartments

Cardinal Village Apartments

Brynn Marr Village

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Windsor Place

Townhomes at Whitehall

Liberty Crossing

233 Easy St

101-110 Ravenwood Dr

Autumn Ridge Apartments

Blue Springs Apartments

Canturbury Hills

808 Annie Pearle Ln
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1223 Davis St

102 Ravenwood Dr

41 Sophia Dr

Jackson

Hammock Lane Apartments

134 Morningside Dr

313 Starling St

333 Starling St

1018 Aaron Ln
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1031 Aaron Ln

1008 Aaron Ln

2131 Brandymill Ln

1201 Davis St

306 Pine Valley Rd

Holiday City

1700 Wine Press Ct

300 Richlands Ave

715 Pinewood Dr
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223 Mesa Ln

704 Streamwood Dr

100 Ravenwood Dr

117 Pine Crest Dr

206 Richlands Ave

1122 State Hwy 210, Unit Apt 8

134 Littleton St

2205 NC-172

139 Hubert Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jacksonville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Jacksonville Studio Apartments | $1,278 | $975 | $1,799 |
| Cheap Jacksonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $725 | $1,650 |
| Cheap Jacksonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $875 | $1,865 |
| Cheap Jacksonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $1,400 | $2,233 |
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Cheapest Available Jacksonville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jacksonville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Osprey Cove North Apartments priced from $805. WESTFIELD DUPLEXES has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jacksonville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osprey Cove North Apartments | One Bed, One Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| WESTFIELD DUPLEXES | Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
| Osprey Cove South Apartments | Two Bed, One Bath Efficiency | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Jackson | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 224 Barbara Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Windsor Place | Archdale | Studio,1BA | $1,041 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Azalea Gardens Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Cardinal Village Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Liberty Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jacksonville, NC
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jacksonville area is the $1.23 price per square foot Pines Model at Comet Sneads Ferry in the starting from $2,035. The second greatest value Jacksonville apartment is the The Freedom Model at Palisades of Jacksonville starting at $1,795 with a $1.29 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comet Sneads Ferry | Pines | 3BR,3BA | $1.23 |
| Palisades of Jacksonville | The Freedom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Williamsburg Place | Enclave 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Charleston Place | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments | **Application for 1 Bedroom Waitlist** | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Lauradale | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Brynn Marr Village | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Osprey Cove South Apartments | Two Bed, One Bath Efficiency | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Osprey Cove North Apartments | One Bed, One Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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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 Windsor Place listed at $1,041.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jacksonville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jacksonville Apartment is $805 at Osprey Cove North Apartments.
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 $875 at WESTFIELD DUPLEXES.
What is the most affordable Jacksonville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jacksonville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Place and starts from $1,446.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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