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Apartments for rent in Jacksonville, NC

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See what Jacksonville, NC has to offer.

Who Lives Here

Jacksonville Demographics

Education

High School

24%

Associate's

28%

Bachelor's

11%

Master's

4%

Doctorate

33%

Family Size

2 people

44%

3 people

27%

4 people

14%

5 people

8%

6+ people

6%

Household Income

0-50k

57%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

9%

150-200k

3%

200k+

1%

Age

0-10

14%

10-20

14%

20-45

55%

45-65

10%

65+

6%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Jacksonville?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
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Nov '23$1412$1210-$1617
Oct '23$1435$1215-$1620
Sep '23$1504$1215-$1620
Aug '23$1406$1215-$1620
Jul '23$1310$1204-$1620
Jun '23$1262$1185-$1615
May '23$1153$1185-$1583
Apr '23$1232$1200-$1615
Mar '23$1200$1200-$1625
Feb '23$1170$1200-$1615
Jan '23$1193$1200-$1577
Dec '22$1150$1200-$1568

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Jacksonville

Jacksonville Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

56%

15-30 Mins

32%

30-40 Mins

7%

40-60 Mins

3%

60+ Mins

3%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3232

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 11 of 16 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 9 of 16 renters

Percentage: 4343

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

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Top Scores: Retail, Art, Grocery

Things To Do In Jacksonville

Top Score

Retail Shops

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You can shop till you drop in Jacksonville.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer shops than average
  3. 100% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Jacksonville draws a crowd for its fine art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 100% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 100% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 100% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 100% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Parks

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Jacksonville is shrubby, not shabby.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An average foodie scene: not too cold and not too hot.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 99% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 96% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too cold, not too hot. An average town for coffee.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 100% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Nightlife is on the rocks in Jacksonville.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 100% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 100% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Cardio is hale and hardy in Jacksonville.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 100% fewer gyms than average
  3. 100% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Jacksonville could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 100% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 100% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Jacksonville Features

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 15 of 16 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 15 of 16 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 14 of 16 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 13 of 16 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 12 of 16 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 12 of 16 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 11 of 16 renters

Well Lit

Yes

Say 10 of 16 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 10 of 16 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 9 of 16 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 10 of 16 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 10 of 16 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 11 of 16 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 13 of 16 renters

Jacksonville Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Jacksonville

6/10

Dixon Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

5/10

Morton Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

5/10

Parkwood Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

5/10

Swansboro Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

5/10

Carolina Forest Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

4/10

Southwest Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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All About

Living in Jacksonville, NC

A town in North Carolina, Jacksonville has approximately 75,000 residents. It's a great place to raise a family, as children under 5 account for a larger portion of the population here (9%) than nationally (6%), though young adults feature prominently in the demographics as well. With an average age of just under 28, Jacksonville ranks as the second-youngest city in the state. Only 33% of residents own their homes in Jacksonville, as the majority rent. The average rent of $1,003/month is just above the state average.

Jacksonville residents have an average commute of about 17 minutes, faster than the state average of about 25 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the typical mode of getting to work, selected by 44% of commuters, while public transportation is not extensively used. Not many residents (9%) walk to work, though the number far exceeds the national average.

With an average annual income of about $54,000, Jacksonville workers earn around $14,000 less than their peers elsewhere in North Carolina. The city's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Six percent of Jacksonville residents over the age of 25 have a Bachelor's degree, while 2% have earned a Master's or Doctoral degree.