
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jackson Neighborhood of Jackson, MS from $300 (47 Rentals)
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Nejam Properties

Highland Hills

Nejam Properties

Morningside Terrace

The Pointe at East River Place

The Courthouse

3737 Bishop Ave

Walthall Lofts
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320 McTyere Ave

Sterling Towers

Quarter Inn Apartments

509 Lorenz Blvd

Capitol Art Lofts

Iron Haven Villas

809 State Street Apartments

The Rio Apartments

Bridge Haven Apartments
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Ashton Gardens

Belhaven Springs

Northwest Plaza

Oakepointe Apartments

Deville Apartments

Crescent Corner

857 Jefferson St

948 Bellevue Pl

1121 Moody St
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Belhaven Gardens

Pagoda Village

One University Place

The Cade Courtyard

Admiral Apartments

Belhaven Riverview Apartments

721 Apartments

307 E Ridgeway St
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Gardenside Apartments

803 N Congress St, Unit D

803 N Congress St

Holly Hill Apartments

2934 Randolph St

803 N Congress St, Unit B

647 Rio Street

1312 Cadillac Dr

3808 Northview Dr
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Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Jackson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Jackson Studio Apartments | $1,166 | $890 | $1,857 |
| Downtown Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $550 | $2,845 |
| Downtown Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $815 | $3,257 |
| Downtown Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $1,025 | $3,021 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Jackson Neighborhood of Jackson, MS.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Jackson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Jackson area of Jackson, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at Nejam Properties priced from $755. Nejam Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Downtown Jackson apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Morningside Terrace | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Pointe at East River Place | 0X1 | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| The Courthouse | Jackson Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Highland Hills | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Walthall Lofts | The Walthall Studio A | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Quarter Inn Apartments | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Vieux Carre Apartments | One Bedroom Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jackson, MS
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Jackson area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath A Model at Highland Hills in the in the Fondren District neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Downtown Jackson apartment is the Loft studio 303 Model at 736 Dickies Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Poindexter Park Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hills | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| 736 Dickies Lofts | Loft studio 303 | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
| Nejam Properties | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Nejam Properties | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Morningside Terrace | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Standard Life Flats | Annex Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Walthall Lofts | The Walthall Studio A | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Pointe at East River Place | 0X1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Jackson, Jackson, MS
Ranked #7
Among cities in Mississippi for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Jackson, Jackson, and the greater Jackson area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Jackson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Jackson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Jackson is under $1,208.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Jackson?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Jackson is Nejam Properties which is listed at $755, while the average apartment in Downtown Jackson costs $1,328.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 11 regular apartments in Downtown Jackson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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