Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Neighborhood of Jackson, MS from $300 (58 Rentals)

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Capitol Art Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Art Lofts

210-236 W Capitol StJackson, MS 39201
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Park of Autumnwood
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Park of Autumnwood

348 N Flag Chapel RdJackson, MS 39209
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The Vintage Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Vintage Apartments

624 Ellis AveJackson, MS 39209
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Vintage Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage Apartments

621 Houston AveJackson, MS 39209
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Iron Haven Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Iron Haven Villas

1505 N West StJackson, MS 39202
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Palms at Jackson
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palms at Jackson

2625 Belvedere DrJackson, MS 39212
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Ashton Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Gardens

3450 Albermarle RdJackson, MS 39213
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Northwest Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northwest Plaza

1605 N West StJackson, MS 39202
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Addison Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Addison Place

3175 Robinson RdJackson, MS 39209
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Blue Haven Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Haven Villas

225 W McDowell RdJackson, MS 39204
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One University Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

One University Place

1100 John R. Lynch StJackson, MS 39203
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Z - Chapel Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Z - Chapel Ridge

1636 Raymond RdJackson, MS 39204
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Ridgeway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeway Apartments

1142 Raymond RdJackson, MS 39204
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Southbrook Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southbrook Garden

345 Daniel Lake BlvdJackson, MS 39212
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The Cade Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cade Courtyard

1035 W Mayes StJackson, MS 39213
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South West, Jackson, MS Local Guide

Cheapest Available South West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West area of Jackson, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Glen Oaks priced from $695. Briarcliff South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable South West apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Glen OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Briarcliff South2x12BR,1BA$705
Magnolia ParkOne Bedroom One Bath 601BR,1BA$745
The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$750
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$785
WestwoodA11BR,1BA$789
Creekside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790
The Park at Queens Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver Prep1BR,1BA$790
The CourthouseJackson StudioStudio,1BA$900
Graystone HillsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West, MS

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West area is the $0.74 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cameron Park Apartments in the in the North Jackson neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value South West apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Arbor Park Apartments starting at $1,040 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the North Jackson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cameron Park Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.74
Arbor Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Clinton CommonsOne Bedroom/ Bath and Half1BR,1.5BA$1.11
MidSouth 3011x1 Classic1BR,1BA$1.17
Graystone HillsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Oak Creek Manor2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.12
The Residences at Glen OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97
WestwoodA11BR,1BA$1.16
The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.20

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Jackson. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South West?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South West is under $955.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South West?

The cheapest apartment in South West is The Residences at Glen Oaks which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in South West costs $1,324.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South West?

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 25 regular apartments in South West 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 South West?

Cheap apartments in South West have an average cost of $236 which is $1,088 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South West.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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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.

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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.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.