
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson, KY from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Fort Gay Apartments

Beech Creek - Short WAIT LIST!

Morrow Rentals

Katelyn Court Apartments

Betty Jane Apartments

McGinnis Properties

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East Ridge Apartments

Shawnee Trail Apartments
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Vines at Saddlebrook

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Summit Apartments

Studio 28

Polo Club Park - Senior/Affordable Housing

Top Notch Townhomes & Storage

1040 Brandy Ln

Twin Lakes Apartments

Townhomes & Flats at MSU
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Gleneagles

Sunrise Suites

The Resort Apartments

The Lofts at Winchester

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Williams Estates Apartments

The BLVD at Hays

Legacy Lake Apartments

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Steeplechase Apartments

Reserve at Hamburg
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Carriage Place Apartments

Brighton 3050

Colts Run

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2005 Willow Dr

Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments

Gibson Lane Apartments

Oakbrook

Century Lofts

450 Scaffold Cane Rd
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205 Clay St

Oak Hill Apartments

4617 US-60

Pinson Place Apartments

1088 Merrick Dr

90 E Walnut St

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114 Herndon St

Garden Estates
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117 Estill St

122 Estonia Dr

500 Pleasant Valley

2160 Sharkey Rd
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 | $934 | $814 | $995 |
| Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $600 | $2,570 |
| Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $640 | $2,284 |
| Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $935 | $2,354 |
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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 |
| Shawnee Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $741 |
| Studio 28 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $814 |
| Vines at Saddlebrook | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Townhomes & Flats at MSU | Gold Flat 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, KY and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 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 2 Bedroom Model at Carriage Place Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 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 |
| Carriage Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 2005 Willow Dr | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Gleneagles | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Vines at Saddlebrook | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Betty Jane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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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 Betty Jane Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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