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Starting at $1,406
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 848 Sq Ft
| 5 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 | $1,406 | 848 | Sep 29 | |
| 3409 | $1,478 | 848 | Oct 1 | |
| 1211 | $1,406 | 848 | Oct 3 | |
| 4207 | $1,406 | 848 | Oct 3 | |
| 1411 | $1,457 | 848 | Oct 8 |
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$1,406 – $2,091/mo
5290 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32246Uptown at St. Johns currently lists 5 floor plans across 23 available units, from one-bedroom to two-bedroom, starting at $1,406/mo. 9 one-bedrooms from $1,406 to $1,488/mo (781–848 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 29. 14 two-bedrooms from $1,636 to $2,091/mo (1,143–1,501 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 22. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Starting at $1,406
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 848 Sq Ft
| 5 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 | $1,406 | 848 | Sep 29 | |
| 3409 | $1,478 | 848 | Oct 1 | |
| 1211 | $1,406 | 848 | Oct 3 | |
| 4207 | $1,406 | 848 | Oct 3 | |
| 1411 | $1,457 | 848 | Oct 8 |
Starting at $1,406
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 781 Sq Ft
| 4 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4108 | $1,488 | 781 | Oct 1 | |
| 1215 | $1,406 | 781 | Oct 13 | |
| 1204 | $1,406 | 781 | Oct 27 | |
| 2215 | $1,406 | 781 | Oct 27 |
Starting at $1,636
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,143 Sq Ft
| 9 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4112 | $1,766 | 1,143 | Sep 22 | |
| 3405 | $1,781 | 1,143 | Sep 22 | |
| 3312 | $1,825 | 1,143 | Sep 22 | |
| 4306 | $1,716 | 1,143 | Sep 26 | |
| 2406 | $1,781 | 1,143 | Sep 26 | |
| 1305 | $1,701 | 1,143 | Oct 3 | |
| 1206 | $1,711 | 1,143 | Oct 3 | |
| 4205 | $1,636 | 1,143 | Oct 4 | |
| 1105 | $1,776 | 1,143 | Oct 10 |
Starting at $1,801
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,280 Sq Ft
| 4 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4110 | $1,936 | 1,280 | Sep 22 | |
| 3204 | $1,801 | 1,280 | Sep 25 | |
| 3410 | $1,981 | 1,280 | Oct 24 | |
| 4402 | $1,921 | 1,280 | Nov 7 |
Starting at $2,091
2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,501 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2201 | $2,091 | 1,501 | Oct 1 |
Rent at Uptown at St. Johns is $1,406 – $2,091 per month. Leases are typically 12 months. The earliest listed move-in is Sep 22. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Rent
$1,406 – $2,091/moLease term
12 monthsEarliest move-in
Sep 22Uptown at St. Johns lists 26 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and parking.
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
Uptown at St. Johns is at 5290 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32246.
5290 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32246
Uptown at St. Johns is in the Windy Hill neighborhood of Jacksonville. From Uptown at St. Johns, the nearest grocery store is Target Grocery (12-minute walk), the nearest transit stop is St Johns Town Center (7-minute walk), and the nearest coffee shop is Gregorys Coffee (9-minute walk).
Nearest grocery store
Target Grocery · 12-minute walkNearest transit stop
St Johns Town Center · 7-minute walkNearest coffee shop
Gregorys Coffee · 9-minute walkResidents give Uptown at St. Johns a B+ grade (about 4.4 out of 5) from 200+ 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.
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.
Uptown at St. Johns is car-dependent (grade F), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is not bikeable (grade F).
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Car-Dependent
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Minimal Transit
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Not Bikeable
The Uptown at St. Johns Luxury Apartments in Southside Jacksonville The Uptown at St.
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.
Uptown at St. Johns is an apartment.
Building
ApartmentKingdom Kids Pre-Sch-Crossroad is 1.2 miles from Uptown at St. Johns. 10 schools are listed nearby.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Kingdom Kids Pre-Sch-Crossroad Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.2 mi |
Chabad Lubavitch Dc-Southside Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.6 mi |
Head Start-Anders Park Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.9 mi |
Windy Hill Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 1.9 mi |
Blessed Trinity Catholic School Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 2.4 mi |
T's Learning Center I Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.4 mi |
Browner Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.4 mi |
Shekinah Christian Academy Private · High | Private | High | 2.6 mi |
Chappell Child Care Center-Fscj South Campus Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 2.7 mi |
Center Academy-St. Johns Bluff Private · High | Private | High | 2.9 mi |
Uptown at St. Johns is managed by ZRS Management. Call (904) 877-4824 to tour or ask about availability.