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2725 Lilly St

JacksonMS39213

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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. The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable South West apartments for rent in Jackson, MS:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Briarcliff South2x12BR,1BA$705
The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$750
WestwoodA21BR,1BA$750
Walthall LoftsWalthall Studio EStudio,1BA$799
Meadow Creek Apartments2/12BR,1BA$800
River Bend Apartments1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$820
The Park at Queens Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$825
Magnolia ParkTwo Bedroom One Bath 602BR,1BA$835
Covington Park1x11BR,1BA$839
Creekside Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$844

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West, MS

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West area is the $1.09 price per square foot Unit 403 Model at 736 Dickies Lofts in the in the Poindexter Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value South West apartment is the 3 Bedroom - Affordable Model at Cameron Park Apartments starting at $1,026 with a $0.76 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.
736 Dickies LoftsUnit 403Studio ,1BA$1.09
Cameron Park Apartments3 Bedroom - Affordable3BR,2BA$0.76
Arbor Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.01
The Residences at Glen OaksThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
Graystone HillsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.95
Clinton CommonsOne Bedroom/ Bath and Half1BR,1.5BA$1.11
Creekside Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Heritage at Siwell2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Meadow Creek Apartments2/12BR,1BA$0.99
WestwoodA11BR,1BA$1.16

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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 $844.

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 $1,035.

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 27 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 $212 which is $823 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South West.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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