Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson, KY from $600 (19 Rentals)

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Jackson, KY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson, KY is a 2 Beds unit found at McGinnis Properties priced from $700. Shawnee Trail Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $726. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
McGinnis PropertiesTownhome2BR,1BA$700
Shawnee Trail ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$726
Pebblecreek CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$823
1040 Brandy LnTwo Bed2BR,1BA$900
Top Notch Townhomes & StorageTop Notch Rentals2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, KY and Nearby

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $0.46 price per square foot Townhome Model at McGinnis Properties in the starting from $700. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the Two Bedroom Large Model at Garden Estates starting at $1,500 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Athens Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McGinnis PropertiesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$0.46
Garden EstatesTwo Bedroom Large2BR,2BA$1.23
SPECIALS: The Reserve & Enclave at FairholmeThe Enclave2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Top Notch Townhomes & StorageTop Notch Rentals2BR,1.5BA$0.94
The ResortOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Pebblecreek CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
Vines at Saddlebrook2 x 12BR,1BA$1.18
Polo Club Park - Senior/Affordable Housing2bd2BR,1BA$1.23
Townhomes & Flats at MSUGold Flat2BR,1BA$1.22
1040 Brandy LnTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.25

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Getting Around Jackson, KY

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

14 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $726 at Shawnee Trail 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 $700 at McGinnis Properties.

What is the most affordable Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1040 Brandy Ln and starts from $1,000.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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