
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Jacksonville, IL from $300 (7 Rentals)
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Watch Street

Hunter Glen Apartments

The Hickox Collection

Morton Street Apartments

853 S Douglas Ave
South Jacksonville, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Jacksonville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Jacksonville Studio Apartments | $702 | $625 | $816 |
South Jacksonville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $867 | $331 | $1,607 |
South Jacksonville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,087 | $389 | $1,825 |
South Jacksonville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $975 | $2,060 |
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Cheapest Available South Jacksonville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South 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 South 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 South Jacksonville, IL and Nearby
As of August 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Jacksonville area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value South Jacksonville apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Huntington Ridge Apartments starting at $1,339 with a $1.22 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for South Jacksonville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Huntington Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
Orchard Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Getting Around South Jacksonville, IL
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Jacksonville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Jacksonville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Jacksonville is at The Hickox Collection listed at $628.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Jacksonville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Jacksonville Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Jacksonville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Jacksonville is starting from $515 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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