
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Jackson, MS from $705 (80 Rentals)


Meadow Creek Apartments

The Park at Marsala

The Residences at Glen Oaks

Highland Hills

Westwood

The Briars Apartments

Pines Apartments

Cameron Park Apartments
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Nejam Properties

The Park at St. Andrews

Woodridge Apartments

The Grove

The Park at Inverness

The Park at Queens Court

119 Cedar Ln

Morningside Terrace

Castlegate Luxury Apartments

Trails at Northpointe
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509 Lorenz Blvd

255 S Prentiss St

Briarwood Park

The Park at Newhaven

Capitol Art Lofts

Berwood Apartments

The Vintage Apartments

Iron Haven Villas

Bridge Haven Apartments
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Woodville Plaza Apartments

The Park of Autumn Woods

2731 Rutledge Ave

River Bend Apartments

Park Springs

Palms at Jackson

Cedar Crest Apartments

Lakeland Seniors Apartments - Ages 62+

Vintage Apartments

Ridgeway Apartments
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Willow Point Townhomes

Southbrook Gardens Apartments

Belhaven Riverview Apartments

Blossom Apartments

402 Willaman St

948 Bellevue Pl

2858 Fairhill Dr

Forest Ridge Apartments

Belhaven Springs

Northwest Plaza
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Jackson, MS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $625 | $1,857 |
| Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $550 | $2,542 |
| Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $705 | $3,206 |
| Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $848 | $3,200 |
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Jackson, MS Local Guide
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jackson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jackson is under $785.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson?
The cheapest apartment in Jackson is Briarcliff South which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in Jackson costs $1,362.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jackson?
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 264 regular apartments in Jackson 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?
Cheap apartments in Jackson have an average cost of $327 which is $1,035 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jackson.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

