Hilliard Apartment Complexes — Pros & Cons From Real Resident Reviews
4 communities reviewed · Updated Jul 2026
Hilliard is a small Nassau County town along US-1 between Jacksonville and the Georgia state line, with a rental market split between one true market-rate apartment community and several smaller income-restricted properties. Its proximity to Jacksonville makes it an option for commuters seeking lower rents outside the metro core.
As of mid-2026, Hilliard's only market-rate complex (Eastwood Oaks) prices 1-3 bedroom units from roughly $1,075 to $1,485/month, while the town's several income-restricted communities offer subsidized rents well below that range for qualifying households.
Quick comparison
| Complex | Neighborhood | Beds | Advertised rents | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cantebury Apartments | — | — | — | |
| Cantebury of Hilliard | — | — | — | |
| Eastwood Oaks | 1-3 BR | $1,075-$1,485 | 1974 | |
| Pine Tree Apartments | — | — | — |
Rents are approximate, from public listings at review time — confirm with the property.
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Florida renter essentials
Renters insurance is not optional here. Most Florida leases require it, and standard policies do NOT cover flood damage — that needs a separate flood policy, 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. The most common complaint in Florida apartment reviews isn't noise — it's 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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