Jonesboro Apartments for Rent

About Jonesboro

Lots of residents look for apartments in Jonesboro to live near Arkansas State University, located near the center of the city. Jonesboro is only about 70 miles northwest of Memphis Tennessee connected by Route 63. If you move here, you can take advantage of the Jonesboro Economic Transit System which has many fixed routes making it easy to get around. You will also have access to St. Bernards Medical Center which can be found on East Matthews Avenue.

While renting here you can find lots of attractions and activities to keep you busy. Craighead Forest Park is a 692-acre recreational area where residents can enjoy many activities such as horseshoes, volleyball, disc golf or several miles of trails. The park also hosts several annual events such a Labor Day Blues Fest and a 5k running race. You can catch a performance at the state-of-the-art Fowler Center or The Forum Theater. There is a movie cinema, skating facility and 40 lane bowling center. The city hosts the Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Festival a music showcase and cooking competition.

Saint Francis Sunken Lands State Wildlife Management Area offers a great place to get away from it all with an afternoon of hiking or fishing within this 10,000 parkland. When you need a shopping day, head over to the Mall at Turtle Creek or visit the newly revitalized downtown area where you will find lots of specialty shops, restaurants and entertainment.

There are plenty of Jonesboro apartments north of the university. You will also find a large selection along South Caraway Road and Harrisburg Road.

A post office in Jonesboro is located at Po Box 9998. The phone number is 870-932-7192.

The following chart shows the average rent for an apartment in Jonesboro, AR and nearby cities: