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Uptown at St. Johns

$1,575 – $2,089/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2.5 baths
  • 781–1,501 sq ft
  • 21 units available
5290 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32246

As of October 13, 2026, Uptown at St. Johns in Jacksonville, FL has 21 apartments for rent from $1,575 to $2,089/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,575 and two-bedrooms at $1,634. The average asking rent has risen 2% since May 7, 2026, from $1,729 to $1,764.


Floor plans

Uptown at St. Johns has 21 units available across 6 floor plans: 2 one-bedroom layouts (781–848 sq ft) and 4 two-bedroom layouts (1,143–1,501 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 848 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,575/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4207$1,575848Oct 17

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 781 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,575/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4108$1,657781Oct 11
1204$1,575781Oct 27
2215$1,575781Oct 27
3403$1,647781Nov 14

B1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,143 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,634/mo

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4205$1,6341,143Oct 11
1305$1,6991,143Oct 11
1206$1,7091,143Oct 11
4306$1,7141,143Oct 11
4112$1,7641,143Oct 11
1105$1,7741,143Oct 11
3312$1,8251,143Oct 11
2406$1,7791,143Oct 15

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,210 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,789/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2117$1,8641,210Nov 12
2412$1,7891,210Nov 13
1323$1,8691,210Nov 13

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,280 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,799/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3204$1,7991,280Oct 11
4110$1,9341,280Oct 11
3410$1,9791,280Oct 24
2209$1,8141,280Jan 5

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,501 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,089/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2201$2,0891,501Oct 11

See all 82 units listed at Uptown at St. Johns, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Uptown at St. Johns, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,822 a month all-in: $1,575 rent and an estimated $247 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,951.

All-in from$1,822/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Uptown at St. Johns takes about $56,700 a year for a one-bedroom and $58,824 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,822 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $76,300 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,822/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$76,300/yr

Income to qualify

$56,700/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Uptown at St. Johns has ranged from $1,525 to $1,773. The current average is $1,764, up $35 (2%) from $1,729 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (155 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Uptown at St. Johns, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $1,575 – $2,089/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 5

Amenities

Uptown at St. Johns has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 26 amenities, including saltwater pool, 10 ev charging stations, and conference room.

  • 10 Ev Charging Stations

  • Bar Area

  • Clubroom With Flat Screen Tvs

  • Conference Room

  • Cyber Cafe

  • Enclosed Bike Rack Rooms

  • Equipped Cross Training Room

  • Expansive 4,000 Sq. Ft. Fitness Center

  • Full Size Front Loading Washer & Dryer Included

  • Gaming Lounge With Billiards And Wi-Fi

  • Glass Tile Backsplash In Kitchen

  • Granite Countertops

  • Light Drenched Living Areas

  • Luxurious Carpeting Throughout Bedroom Areas

  • Modern Espresso Cabinetry And Hardware

  • Modern Light Fixtures Including Ceiling Fan In Living Room

  • Pet Paw Park

  • Poolside Cabana With Fire Pit And Grills

  • Resident Exclusive Credit Building Program By Paying Monthly Rent On Time

  • Saltwater Pool

  • Sophisticated Piano Bar Lounge

  • Spin Cycle Classroom

  • Stainless Steel Energy Star Kitchen Appliances Including Microwave

  • Storage Areas Available

  • Tandem Size Garages Available

  • Under Mount Kitchen & Vanity Sinks Featuring Granite Countertops


Amenity photos

  • Pool
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Location

5290 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32246


Resident reviews

Uptown at St. Johns has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.7) and management (4.4) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

4.4 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.6
Maintenance4.0
Location4.7
Building Quality2.2
Overall100 reviews

The Uptown at St. John's offers a highly desirable living experience with spacious, well-maintained apartments in a prime Town Center location near shops and restaurants. Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team and welcoming office staff, though some report concerns about internet service reliability, noise transmission between units, and common area cleaning frequency. Overall, the property delivers strong value with excellent amenities and a community-focused atmosphere.

Management and leasing staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and welcoming service, with many residents highlighting quick maintenance response times and attentive office support. However, some residents report communication delays, policy enforcement inconsistencies, and concerns about common area maintenance frequency. Recent management transitions have created mixed experiences, with newer leadership receiving positive feedback while some residents note a decline in service standards compared to previous staff.

The Uptown offers well-regarded amenities including a gym, pool, and common spaces that residents appreciate. However, the property faces recurring maintenance challenges: elevator outages, grills out of service for extended periods, water pressure issues, and inconsistent common-area cleaning (particularly hallways and stairwells). Internet service (WhiteSky) experiences frequent outages with limited resident support, and package delivery coordination issues have led to misplaced packages. Sound insulation between units is a notable concern, with some residents reporting noise from neighbors and shared spaces like the reflection lounge.

Maintenance response times are generally quick and professional, with most service requests handled promptly. However, recurring issues with HVAC repairs—particularly air conditioning—have persisted for some residents despite multiple service attempts, and follow-through on complex repairs remains inconsistent. Common concerns include prolonged resolution times for appliance and building system failures, though routine maintenance tasks are typically completed efficiently.

The Uptown's location in the Town Center is a standout feature, with residents consistently praising walkable access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The property's proximity to retailers like Nordstrom and Dillard's, dining options including Capital Grille and Seasons 52, and nearby attractions like TopGolf makes it highly convenient for daily errands and leisure. One resident noted concerns about common area cleaning frequency, though location and staff accessibility remain strong positives.

Residents report significant noise insulation issues, with thin walls and floors allowing neighbor noise, footsteps, and common area activities to transmit into units. Building maintenance and cleanliness have declined, with infrequent hallway and elevator cleaning, unresolved equipment issues (elevators, grills, water pressure), and trash management problems. While onsite maintenance staff are noted as responsive when called, broader building upkeep and management responsiveness to recurring issues remain concerns.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Uptown at St. Johns is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Uptown at St. Johns was good on 182 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in April (average AQI 61, moderate). Daily highs averaged 94°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 45°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

182 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 48

Temperature

94° / 45°

average July high / January low

: 84° high, 67° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: low, grass: low, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January65°F45°F44 (good)22 of 31
February68°F46°F46 (good)21 of 28
March77°F57°F56 (moderate)8 of 31
April81°F62°F61 (moderate)2 of 30
May86°F69°F54 (moderate)12 of 31
June91°F74°F51 (moderate)12 of 30
July94°F76°F56 (moderate)11 of 31
August90°F76°F53 (moderate)11 of 31
September86°F73°F47 (good)20 of 30
October79°F65°F45 (good)24 of 31
November76°F53°F47 (good)19 of 30
December68°F50°F45 (good)20 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Uptown at St. Johns Luxury Apartments in Southside Jacksonville The Uptown at St. Johns sets the bar for luxury apartment living in Jacksonville, FL. Each of our studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments features granite countertops, glass tile kitchen backsplashes, stainless steel Energy Star kitchen appliances, garden tubs and full-size front loading washers & dryers in every unit. Residents of The Uptown at St. Johns also enjoy fantastic community amenities such as our Reflection Lounge, Clubroom with flat screen TVs and bar area, a 4,000 sq. ft. fitness center with cross training and Spin Cycle classrooms, and our resort-style saltwater pool with poolside loungers and fire pits. Not only does The Uptown at St. Johns offer a fantastic living experience near the Deerwood area, but our community is steps away from St. Johns Town Center with some of the best shopping and dining in the city. The Uptown at St. Johns' Deerwood, Jacksonville apartments feature a great location with direct access to the intersection of I-295 and J. Turner Butler Blvd, which gives you the advantage of an easy commute anywhere in the Southside Jacksonville area. Get in touch with the friendly and professional staff of our community and discover a better way to live, here at the best apartments in Jacksonville, FL—The Uptown at St. Johns.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Uptown at St. Johns is Kingdom Kids Pre-Sch-Crossroad, a private preschool 1.2 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Kingdom Kids Pre-Sch-Crossroad

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Chabad Lubavitch Dc-Southside

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Head Start-Anders Park

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Blessed Trinity Catholic School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle2.4 mi

T's Learning Center I

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.4 mi

Browner Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.4 mi

Shekinah Christian Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh2.6 mi

Chappell Child Care Center-Fscj South Campus

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.7 mi

Center Academy-St. Johns Bluff

Private · High
PrivateHigh2.9 mi

Casper Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.9 mi

Contact & management

Uptown at St. Johns is managed by ZRS Management. The leasing office's phone number is (904) 877-4824.


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