
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson, CA from $700 (44 Rentals)
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17 Raggio Rd

Kennedy Meadows Apartments

Timber Ridge Apartments

El Dorado Haven

Cameron Ridge

Valley Oak Apartments

KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY
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New Hope Senior Village Apartments 62 years+

Mangini Place

WATERFORD PLACE

Pleasant Valley

River's Edge Apartments

306 S Church St

Oak Brook Apartments

The Highland Apartments
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Sterling Ranch Apartments

Vineyards at Valley View

Cameron Oaks

Fairmont at Willowcreek

Preserve at Blue Ravine Apartments

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Talavera

The Park on Riley

Verdell Pointe
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El Dorado Village

Willow Springs Apartments

Willow View Apartments

Sherwood at Iron Point

Diamond Village Apartments

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Pinewoods Apartments

16870 Alpine Dr
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Sutter Hill

Cambridge Gardens

308-1 Caldwell Dr

27125 Lake Dr

Sierra Oaks

20250 Vineyard Ln

3049 Wiltse Rd

Overlook at Blue Ravine
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301 1/2 Coloma St

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1011 Elizabeth Ln

70 Greenstone Terrace
Jackson, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Studio Apartments | $2,409 | $1,990 | $3,240 |
| Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $1,244 | $3,816 |
| Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $1,158 | $4,795 |
| Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $1,003 | $4,289 |
| Jackson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,133 | $3,589 | $4,679 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at El Dorado Haven in the Diamond Place neighborhood priced from $1,003. KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY in the Cameron Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Haven | 3 Bed 30% AMI | 3BR,1BA | $1,003 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| New Hope Senior Village Apartments 62 years+ | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,334 |
| Mangini Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
| 306 S Church St | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Sierra Oaks | Lassen | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| River's Edge Apartments | The Brook | 2BR,2BA | $1,796 |
| Oak Brook Apartments | Amber | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| WATERFORD PLACE | The Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, CA and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $2.14 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Sunridge in the in the Laureate At Anatolia neighborhood starting from $3,269. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the Calistoga Model at Overlook at Blue Ravine starting at $2,265 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the The Promontory neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tricon Sunridge | Plan 1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.14 |
| Overlook at Blue Ravine | Calistoga | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Willow View Apartments | 2 Bedroon 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| River's Edge Apartments | The Brook | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Preserve at Blue Ravine Apartments | A1 (Willow) | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 306 S Church St | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| New Hope Senior Village Apartments 62 years+ | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| El Dorado Haven | 1 Bed 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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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 $1,325 at KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY.
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 $1,158 at El Dorado Haven.
What is the most affordable Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at El Dorado Haven and starts from $1,003.
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