
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson, KY from $600 (48 Rentals)
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Fort Gay Apartments

Arlington Greene

Katelyn Court Apartments

Betty Jane Apartments

Morrow Rentals

McGinnis Properties

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East Ridge Apartments

386 Gibson Ln
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Vines at Saddlebrook

Studio 28

Polo Club Park - Senior/Affordable Housing

1040 Brandy Ln

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Gleneagles

Sunrise Suites

Top Notch Townhomes & Storage

The Resort Apartments

The Lofts at Winchester

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Williams Estates Apartments

Legacy Lake Apartments

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Steeplechase Apartments

Reserve at Hamburg
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Carriage Place Apartments

Brighton 3050

Colts Run

Parkside Heights

Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments

The BLVD at Hays

Paint Landing

Sawgrass Greene

101 Walnut St
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Pebblecreek Crossing

Oakbrook

Century Lofts

1088 Merrick Dr

655-659-659 Scaffold Cane Rd

8003 Wilburn Way

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Pinson Place Apartments

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108 Estonia Dr

122 Estonia Dr

Garden Estates
Jackson, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Studio Apartments | $958 | $814 | $995 |
| Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $600 | $2,570 |
| Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $640 | $2,284 |
| Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $869 | $2,618 |
| Jackson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $946 | $946 | $946 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Fort Gay Apartments in the Wayne County neighborhood priced from $600. Katelyn Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $600 |
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Betty Jane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| East Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| 386 Gibson Ln | 386 Gibson | 1BR, 1BA | $740 |
| Shawnee Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $741 |
| Paint Landing | 3x1.5 | 3BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Sawgrass Greene | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $783 |
| Studio 28 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $814 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, KY and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $0.46 price per square foot Townhome Model at McGinnis Properties starting from $700. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Paint Landing starting at $775 with a $0.67 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.46 |
| Paint Landing | 3x1.5 | 3BR, 1.5BA | $0.67 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Williams Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
| Vines at Saddlebrook | 3 x 1 | 3BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
| The Lofts at Winchester | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
| East Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.81 |
| Pebblecreek Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
| Sawgrass Greene | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.14 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jackson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jackson is at Studio 28 listed at $814.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jackson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jackson Apartment is $600 at Fort Gay Apartments.
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 $640 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paint Landing and starts from $775.
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