Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Neighborhood of Jackson, MS from $300 (70 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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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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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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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 2 Beds unit found at Briarcliff South priced from $705. Meadow Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable South West apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Briarcliff South2x12BR,1BA$705
Meadow Creek Apartments1/11BR,1BA$725
The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$750
WestwoodA21BR,1BA$750
Southbrook Gardens Apartments2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$783
The Park at Queens Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver Prep1BR,1BA$790
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
Covington Park1x11BR,1BA$839
The CourthouseJackson StudioStudio,1BA$900
Walthall LoftsThe Walthall Studio A1BR,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West, MS

As of May 29, 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 2 Bedroom Flat Model at Standard Life Flats starting at $1,391 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Poindexter Park Historic District 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
Standard Life Flats2 Bedroom Flat2BR,2BA$1.11
Arbor Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Clinton CommonsOne Bedroom/ Bath and Half1BR,1.5BA$1.11
Graystone HillsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Heritage at Siwell2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Southbrook Gardens Apartments2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$0.95
Woodridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.12
WestwoodA11BR,1BA$1.16
Meadow Creek Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.06

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $945.

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

The cheapest apartment in South West is Briarcliff South which is listed at $725, 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 20 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 $226 which is $1,098 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South West.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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.