
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fondren Neighborhood of Jackson, MS from $500 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fondren area of Jackson.


Highland Hills

3542 Ingersoll St

3970 Council Cir

214 Wilshire Ave
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340 Audubon Pl

320 McTyere Ave

509 Lorenz Blvd

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307 E Ridgeway St
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327 Decelle St, Unit A

327 Decelle St, Unit B
Fondren, Jackson, MS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fondren?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fondren Studio Apartments | $1,330 | $625 | $1,723 |
| Fondren 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $550 | $2,734 |
| Fondren 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $815 | $3,257 |
| Fondren 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $1,025 | $2,891 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fondren Neighborhood of Jackson, MS.
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Cheapest Available Fondren Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fondren area of Jackson, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Hills priced from $765. Quarter Inn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Fondren apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Quarter Inn Apartments | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Vieux Carre Apartments | Two Bedroom Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Quarter House Apartments | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,429 |
| 1430 Lelia Dr | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fondren, MS
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fondren area is the $0.61 price per square foot 516 Lorenz Blvd Model at 516 Lorenz Blvd, Unit C in the in the Poindexter Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Fondren apartment is the 2 Model at 1430 Lelia Dr starting at $2,600 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Fondren District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fondren apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 516 Lorenz Blvd, Unit C | 516 Lorenz Blvd | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.61 |
| 1430 Lelia Dr | 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Hallmark Gardens | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Vieux Carre Apartments | Two Bedroom Floor Plan A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Highland Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Quarter House Apartments | S01 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Quarter Inn Apartments | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fondren Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fondren?
The cheapest apartment in Fondren is Highland Hills which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in Fondren costs $1,638.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fondren?
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 4 regular apartments in Fondren 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 Fondren?
Cheap apartments in Fondren have an average cost of $428 which is $1,210 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fondren.
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