
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson, AL from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Willow Trace Apartments

Cottonwood Estates

Windrush Apartments

Country Club Cottages

Village East

Rock Pointe Apartments

Timberline Apartments

Wynnchase Apartments
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Pebble Creek Apartments

Summerchase Apartments

Brewington Pointe Apartments

River Run Apartments

Camellia Place

Highland Green

Ridge Chase

Eagle Pointe

Megan Manor Apartments
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Arbor Green Apartments

Coventry Gardens Apartments

Hillcrest Estates

Oak Garden

Forest Hill Apartments

Onderdonk Cottages

Arbours at Satsuma

The Gateway

Pinehurst Apartments
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Cedar Pointe Apartments - Thomasville AL

Cypress Crossings

Merchants Plaza

Audubon Place

Forest Manor

Azalea Landing

38 Flock Ave

3 Southern St

Spartan Crossing
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715 Sherman Ave

1701 Bear Fork Rd

101 Grant St

156 9th Ave

305 Mango St

307 S Day Ave

408 Rawls Ave

110 W 15th St

15931 Pine Grove Rd Ext W
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Jackson, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,952 | $420 | $10,000+ |
| Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $445 | $2,767 |
| Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $595 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Club Cottages priced from $420. Pebble Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $529. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Cottages | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $420 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $529 |
| Rock Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $535 |
| Brewington Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $615 |
| Camellia Place | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| Willow Trace Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
| Megan Manor Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $679 |
| River Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $685 |
| Coventry Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $729 |
| Cottonwood Estates | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $729 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, AL and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $0.76 price per square foot 3 Bed/1 Bath Model at Megan Manor Apartments in the starting from $829. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Cottonwood Estates starting at $729 with a $0.68 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Manor Apartments | 3 Bed/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Cottonwood Estates | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Hillcrest Estates | 3 Bed/ 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Brewington Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| Rock Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.54 |
| Country Club Cottages | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| River Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Coventry Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Willow Trace Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jackson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jackson Apartment is $420 at Country Club Cottages.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jackson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jackson is starting from $535 at Rock Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rock Pointe Apartments and starts from $595.
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