
Cheap Homes for Rent in St. Johns County, FL from $1,000 (172 Rentals)
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2800 Co Rd 13A

2535 FL-16

100 Salazar St

150 Beach Palm Ct

25 Desoto Pl, Unit 4

429 Chamberlain Dr

1255B Ponce Island Dr

22 Veronese Ct

78 Seaport Breeze Rd
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100 Fairway Park Blvd

2855 Lewis Speedway

4825 Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy

260 St George St, Unit 9

111 Cedar St

2800 Co Rd 13A

4420 Carter Rd

890 Poinsettia Rd

1845 Old Moultrie Rd

16 Alcira Ct
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560 Florida Club Blvd, Unit 312

420 S Villa San Marco Dr

405 Flagler Blvd

439 MIDWAY St

54 Veronese Ct

795 Scrub Jay Dr

955 Registry Blvd

347 Lena St

3540 Datura St, Unit A

509 Live Oak St
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4 Tarragona Ct

3540 Datura St, Unit B

3540 Datura St

416 Dairy Ave

700 W Pope Rd

1419 San Juline Cir

25113 Harbour Vista Cir

25 Desoto Pl, Unit 3

136 Whispering Brk Dr

341 Redwood Ln
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805 Boardwalk Dr

19 Arbor Club Dr

396 Southern Branch Ln

1106 Southern Mill Ct

32 Grant St

260 St George St, Unit 2

7 Castania Ct

532 Christopher St

415 S Villa San Marco Dr

762 Scrub Jay Dr
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St. Johns County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Johns County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,215 | $1,000 | $7,500 |
| St. Johns County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,726 | $1,185 | $9,500 |
| St. Johns County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,845 | $1,985 | $10,000+ |
| St. Johns County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,814 | $2,795 | $6,750 |
| St. Johns County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,931 | $4,800 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available St. Johns County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Johns County, FL is a Studio unit found at 65 M L King Ave in the Sunset Point neighborhood priced from $1,200. Flagler Crossing in the Woodlawn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,339. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Johns County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 M L King Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Flagler Crossing | A2W | 1BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| Madison Fountains | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,356 |
| Eight Winds | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Aria Durbin Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Stratford Mill | Cordova | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Elysian | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Summerset | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,393 |
| Summer Breeze | 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,395 |
| Reserve at Nocatee | A2 - Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns County, FL
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Johns County area is the $1.25 price per square foot B3L Model at Dream Portofino Shores in the in the Spanish Cay neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value St. Johns County apartment is the B2 Model at Sentosa Beachwalk starting at $2,372 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the St. John's Golf & Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Johns County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Portofino Shores | B3L | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Sentosa Beachwalk | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Landing at St Augustine | Castillo | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 200 Larkin Place, Unit 102 | 200 Larkin Place | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Beacon Point Townes | Vilano | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| ARIUM Seaglass at Ponte Vedra Beach | The Beach House | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Southerly at St. Augustine | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Summerset | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Summer Breeze | 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Stratford Mill | Cordova | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Johns County
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Johns County?
There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in St. Johns County, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,118 to $28,189. There are also 653 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Johns County ranging from $1,000 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Johns County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Johns County ranges from $1,000 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,251.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Johns County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Johns County range from $1,549 to $12,051, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,185 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,985 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,725.
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