
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jackson Neighborhood of Jackson, MS from $300 (54 Rentals)
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Highland Hills

Nejam Properties

Nejam Properties

Nejam Properties: Morningside Terrace

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810 Madison St

The Pointe at East River Place

The Courthouse

Sterling Towers

Quarter Inn Apartments
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509 Lorenz Blvd

3737 Bishop Ave

509 Lorenz Blvd

Nejam Properties

308 Josanna St

Capitol Art Lofts

2016 Woodlawn St

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809 State Street Apartments

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Ashton Gardens

Belhaven Springs

Northwest Plaza

Deville Apartments

Crescent Corner

948 Bellevue Pl

857 Jefferson St

1121 Moody St
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Belhaven Gardens

Pagoda Village

One University Place

The Cade Courtyard

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Belhaven Riverview Apartments

721 Apartments

450 Derrick St

803 N Congress St
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803 N Congress St

Holly Hill Apartments

3026 Bishop Ave

2934 Randolph St

647 Rio Street

307 E Ridgeway St

327 Decelle St

327 Decelle St
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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 | $1,171 | $890 | $2,494 |
| Downtown Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $550 | $2,718 |
| Downtown Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $815 | $2,714 |
| Downtown Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,025 | $2,918 |
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There are currently 54 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 Highland Hills priced from $700. Nejam Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable Downtown Jackson apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Nejam Properties: Morningside Terrace | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Pointe at East River Place | 0X1 | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| The Courthouse | Jackson Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Sterling Towers | One Bedroom/One bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Quarter Inn Apartments | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Nejam Properties | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Nejam Properties | 907 Morningside | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jackson, MS
As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Jackson area is the $1.32 price per square foot Loft studio 303 Model at 736 Dickies Lofts in the in the Poindexter Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown Jackson apartment is the 3X2 Model at Hallmark Gardens starting at $914 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Fondren 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 736 Dickies Lofts | Loft studio 303 | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
| Hallmark Gardens | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Vieux Carre Apartments | Two Bedroom Plan C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| Nejam Properties | 907 Morningside | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 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 |
| Nejam Properties: Morningside Terrace | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 806 Belhaven St, Unit A | 806 Belhaven St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Highland Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Among cities in Mississippi for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $1,145.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Jackson?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Jackson is Highland Hills which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Downtown Jackson costs $1,814.
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 14 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Jackson?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Jackson have an average cost of $321 which is $1,493 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Jackson.
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