2 property profiles · Compare recorded details, advertised rents and editorial feedback summaries where available.
Fernandina Beach occupies the northern end of Amelia Island in Nassau County, blending a historic downtown and shrimping-village charm with Atlantic beaches and marsh-front scenery. True purpose-built apartment communities are limited here — most of the rental market is single-family homes, townhomes, and condos, with only a couple of larger managed apartment complexes serving renters directly.
As of mid-2026, the citywide average rent sits around $1,450/month, but the two dedicated apartment communities span a wide range — from roughly $1,430 for an older 1970s-era unit up to $4,400+ for larger floor plans at the newer, amenity-rich community — while individually owned houses, condos, and townhomes in Fernandina Beach commonly rent from about $1,700 up to $5,000+ depending on proximity to the beach.
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| Complex | Neighborhood | Beds | Advertised rents | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Amelia Island Apartments | 1-3 BR | $1,892-$4,433 | 2019 | |
| Odyssey at Amelia Island | Marsh Cove and Somerset | 1-3 BR | $1,430-$1,750 | 1974 |
Rents are approximate, from public listings at the research date — confirm with the property.
Renters insurance is not optional here. Many Florida leases require it, and standard policies generally do not cover flood damage — that may require separate coverage, even in an apartment. Before signing, look up the building's flood zone on FEMA's flood map service and ask which evacuation zone it sits in.
Ask about the real monthly cost. A recurring theme in public resident feedback is fee stacking: valet trash, common-area electric, mandatory bulk internet, pest control, admin and tech fees. Get the full itemized monthly figure in writing before you apply.
Tour with the AC running and ask about hurricanes. Humidity control is the difference between a fine unit and a moldy one; ask how old the AC is. And ask directly how the building handled the last major storm — communities that performed well say so happily, and reviewers call out the ones that didn't.
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