Palatka Apartments and Rentals

Palatka, Fla., is located 44 miles east of Gainesville in scenic northern Florida. This small town is surrounded by lakes and woods that make it an ideal home for hunting and fishing enthusiasts. With approximately 10,500 residents, Palatka retains a strong Southern feeling and family-oriented way of life. Search for Palatka apartments for rent, and find a new home in the Sunshine State.

Spanish settlers began developing Palatka in the 1650s and named the community after the Indian word "Pllatka," or "cow crossing." The city charter was approved in 1853, and the town became a hub for transportation, lumber, citrus and tourism in northern Florida. Today, Palatka is a scenic community on the St. Johns River. With a town slogan of "Come Grow With Us," Palatka is a welcoming community of residents who enjoy a very quiet way of life. Many people are attracted to Palatka's rural surroundings, which allow them to feel constantly connected to nature and the beautiful Florida weather. Residents enjoy the true regional Southern qualities without paying high living expenses. Palatka's cost of living index of 82.4 is significantly lower than the national average.

Ravine Gardens State Park is located in Palatka and serves as one of the area's largest attractions. As a natural ravine transformed into a scenic garden, the park contains numerous trails and formal gardens that are an ideal destination for nature lovers. The Bronson Mulholland House is also here and offers a glimpse into the past. Visitors can tour the property to learn about what Florida life was like in the 1930s. Palatka residents enjoy a number of festive local events throughout the year, including the Palatka Blue Crab Festival, Fall Palatka Bluegrass Festival and St. John's Blues Festival.

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