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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Jackson, MS

Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Jackson, MS area range in price from $550 to $3,491 with an overall median price of $1,334. The three Jackson neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mid North District at $550, City Center Jackson at $600, and West Jackson at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Jackson Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mid North District$1,100$55062
City Center Jackson$1,150$60052
West Jackson$1,155$550159
Poindexter Park Historic District$1,200$60076
Outer Downtown Belhaven$1,250$60022
South West$1,324$550171
West Capitol Street Historic District$1,324$74530
Downtown Jackson$1,344$55079
Belhaven Heights Historic District$1,368$60033
Belhaven$1,381$60036

Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jackson, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Hills in the Fondren District neighborhood priced from $700. Briarcliff South in the South West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Hills1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$700
Briarcliff South2x12BR,1BA$705
The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$750
WestwoodA21BR,1BA$750
The Grove1x11BR,1BA$750
Nejam Properties1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$755
The Residences at Glen OaksTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$795
Creekside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
River Bend Apartments1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$820

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, MS

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $0.79 price per square foot 3/2 Model at Pines Apartments in the in the North Jackson neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Cameron Park Apartments starting at $1,088 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the North Jackson 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.
Pines Apartments3/23BR,2BA$0.79
Cameron Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.91
Willow Creek Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath - Small2BR,2BA$0.93
Carrington Townhomes2/1.5 TH-R2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Forest Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.85
Hallmark Gardens3X23BR,2BA$0.81
The Residences at Glen OaksThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.85
The Grove1x11BR,1BA$0.86
Meadow Creek Apartments2/12BR,1BA$0.96
Briarcliff South2x12BR,1BA$1.06

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Jackson Overview

Jackson, Mississippi, has a rich Southern history and growing contemporary economy that is making it a key city to work, rent and enjoy its thriving cultural progress.

Why live in Jackson, MS?

Jackson, Mississippi, has been dubbed the “City with Soul” because of the kind-heartedness and passion of its residents. When people talk about “Southern Hospitality,” the people of Jackson are a living breathing embodiment. The city enjoys tremendous economic opportunities, a flourishing arts community, a rich cultural heritage, excellent dining and world-class entertainment. The downtown has been enjoying a veritable renaissance and many former commercial building have been converted in living spaces to support its growing urban economy. Jackson is a city large enough to offer the very best, but intimate enough to feel a sense of connectedness and community with neighbors.

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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 $820.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson?

The cheapest apartment in Jackson is Highland Hills which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Jackson costs $1,334.

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 126 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 $301 which is $1,033 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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.