Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, IL from $300 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Jackson County.

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

Saluki Apartments

Cornerstone Place

Schilling Property Management
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408 S Poplar St, Unit 0

Saint Germain Square

The Hill Apartments

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)

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Brookside Apartments
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2107 Edith St, Unit B

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Jackson County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson County Studio Apartments | $453 | $400 | $625 |
| Jackson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $652 | $500 | $950 |
| Jackson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $884 | $650 | $1,080 |
| Jackson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,045 | $800 | $1,500 |
| Jackson County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson County, IL is a Studio unit found at THE QUADS APARTMENTS priced from $400. Campus Edge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $400 |
| Campus Edge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Saluki Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| University Edge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Carbondale Towers | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, IL
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson County area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms Model at Grand Place Apartments in the starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Jackson County apartment is the 2X2 By the bed Model at The Reserve at Saluki Pointe starting at $654 with a $0.66 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| The Reserve at Saluki Pointe | 2X2 By the bed | 2BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| The Hill Apartments | The Hill 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Ambassador Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.41 |
| University Edge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jackson County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jackson County is under $810.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson County?
The cheapest apartment in Jackson County is Schilling Property Management which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in Jackson County costs $1,462.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jackson County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Jackson County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jackson County?
Cheap apartments in Jackson County have an average cost of $301 which is $1,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jackson County.
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