
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Forest Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $600 (32 Rentals)
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7318 Smyrna St

3926 Boulevard

1422 Golfair Blvd

7352 Linda Dr

7350 Linda Dr

4306 Springfield Blvd
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Cypress Landing

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The Ansley

444 W 60th St

4304 Springfield Blvd, Unit 2

1053 Kenmore St
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1551 W 33rd St

237 W 40th St

7223 N Pearl St

1668 W 36th St
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6128 Strawflower Pl

1553 W 35th St

1049 Glencarin St

5335 Buick Ave

445 Woodbine St

1630 W 34th St

5634 Astor Pl
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Lake Forest, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Lake Forest Studio Apartments | $781 | $650 | $890 |
Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $750 | $1,924 |
Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $800 | $2,597 |
Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $971 | $5,079 |
Lake Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $1,585 | $1,695 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Forest Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Forest area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at Breakwater Studios priced from $800. Cypress Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $916. Here are the most affordable Lake Forest apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Breakwater Studios | The Del Mar | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $916 |
The Ansley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
Island Pointe Apartments | St.Thomas | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
The Marley at Trout River | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
The Place at Capper Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
River City Place | 2/1 CLASSIC | 2BR,1BA | $1,124 |
The Preserve Luxury Apartments | Amelia - One Bedroom/One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, FL
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Forest area is the $1.20 price per square foot Move In For Just $599 + Your Deposit! Model at River City Place in the in the Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Lake Forest apartment is the Anna Maria - One Bedroom / One Bathroom Model at The Preserve Luxury Apartments starting at $1,599 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Lake Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River City Place | Move In For Just $599 + Your Deposit! | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Preserve Luxury Apartments | Anna Maria - One Bedroom / One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
4304 Springfield Blvd, Unit 2 | 4304 Springfield Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Cypress Landing | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
The Place at Capper Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Island Pointe Apartments | St.Thomas | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
The Ansley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
The Marley at Trout River | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Breakwater Studios | The Del Mar | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
Getting Around the Lake Forest Neighborhood in Jacksonville, FL
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Lake Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lake Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lake Forest is under $1,539.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Forest is The Ansley which is listed at $919, while the average apartment in Lake Forest costs $1,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Forest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Lake Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lake Forest?
Cheap apartments in Lake Forest have an average cost of $528 which is $1,112 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Forest.
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