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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $800 (10 Rentals)
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$887 - $2,5821 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Element at River Pointe
11291 Harts RdJacksonville, FL 32218
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$940 - $1,5251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Marley at Trout River
800-900 Broward RdJacksonville, FL 32218
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$949 - $1,2991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
River City Place
1275 Dunn AveJacksonville, FL 32218
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$954 - $1,5541 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Island Pointe
1000 Island Point DrJacksonville, FL 32218
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11620 Charlie Rd
JacksonvilleFL32218
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563 Eastport Rd
JacksonvilleFL32218
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$1,131 - $1,8131 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avery
14200 Duval RdJacksonville, FL 32218
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$1,1993 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hampton Ridge Apartments
11501 Harts RdJacksonville, FL 32218
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San Mateo, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $1,067 | $800 | $1,289 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $887 | $1,876 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $1,042 | $2,196 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $1,199 | $2,189 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the San Mateo Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Mateo area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at Breakwater Studios priced from $800. River City Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakwater Studios | The Del Mar | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| River City Place | 1/1 CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Element at River Pointe | 1x1 Large | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, FL
As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $1.40 price per square foot C1 Model at Mezza Apartments in the in the First Coast Center neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the Tamarind I Model at Hampton Ridge Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the First Coast Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezza Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Hampton Ridge Apartments | Tamarind I | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Pointe Grand on Main | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Pointe Grand New Berlin | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Jasmine | Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| River City Place | 2/1 SIGNATURE | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Mirador & Stovall at River City | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Element at River Pointe | 1x1 Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Marley at Trout River | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Island Pointe | St. Croix | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Mateo, Jacksonville, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the San Mateo Neighborhood in Jacksonville, FL
Walk Score®
18 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Mateo Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Mateo?
The cheapest apartment in San Mateo is River City Place which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in San Mateo costs $2,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Mateo?
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 6 regular apartments in San Mateo 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 San Mateo?
Cheap apartments in San Mateo have an average cost of $347 which is $1,803 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Mateo.
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