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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $800 (8 Rentals)
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Island Pointe
1000 Island Point DrJacksonville, FL 32218
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The Element at River Pointe
11291 Harts RdJacksonville, FL 32218
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River City Place
1275 Dunn AveJacksonville, FL 32218
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The Marley at Trout River
800-900 Broward RdJacksonville, FL 32218
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Mezza Apartments
11701 Palm Lake DrJacksonville, FL 32218
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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 | $1,172 | $800 | $1,499 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $870 | $2,961 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,035 | $3,269 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,938 | $1,199 | $4,098 |
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There are currently 8 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. The Element at River Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. 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 |
| The Element at River Pointe | 1x1 Large | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Island Pointe | St.Thomas | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, FL
As of July 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $1.05 price per square foot Townhome Model at Jasmine in the in the First Coast Center neighborhood starting from $1,280. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the The Monterey Model at Broxton Bay Apartments starting at $1,575 with a $1.33 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. |
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| Jasmine | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| Broxton Bay Apartments | The Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Hampton Ridge Apartments | Tamarind I | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Pointe Grand on Main | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| River City Place | 2/1 SIGNATURE | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Ansley | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Mirador & Stovall at River City | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Mezza Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Element at River Pointe | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Island Pointe | St.Thomas | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Mateo, Jacksonville, FL
Ranked #89
Among neighborhoods in Jacksonville, FL 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 Island Pointe which is listed at $939, while the average apartment in San Mateo costs $1,822.
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 2 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 $299 which is $1,523 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Mateo.
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