
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Jefferson, AL from $606 (67 Rentals)
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Serenity at Valley Creek

1512 11th Ave N

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The Park at Buckingham

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614 1st St S

1005 Valley Rd Pl

700 Attalla Pl

615 Macon St

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725 Avenue G
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834 4th Terrace West Townhome Style

1400 Gulfport St

The Park at Callington

901 N Highland Dr

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Jemison Flats

1304 Avenue G

2321 20th Street Ensley

716 Robin Rd
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Jefferson, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,179 | $606 | $2,336 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $737 | $3,640 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $900 | $4,221 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $785 | $785 | $785 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pointe Arlington in the West End neighborhood priced from $700. Beacon Pointe Apartments in the Woodland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $749 |
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $825 |
| The Edge of Evergreen | 2/1 - Downstairs | 2BR, 1BA | $849 |
| Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 1 | Studio, 1BA | $855 |
| Glen Iris Arms | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level | 1BR, 1BA | $908 |
| The Pearl at Homewood | Two Bedroom Two Bath Large | 2BR, 2BA | $929 |
| 1603 18th Pl N | 1603 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, AL and Nearby
As of September 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at The Pearl at Homewood in the West End neighborhood starting at $1,049 with a $1.06 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| The Pearl at Homewood | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Valley Station | 1 x 1 B-R | 1BR, 1BA | $1.14 |
| Chapel Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.27 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR, 1BA | $1.29 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| The Edge of Evergreen | 2/1 - Upstairs | 2BR, 1BA | $1.20 |
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| Pointe Arlington | 2/1.00 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson is at Market Lofts on Third listed at $855.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $700 at Pointe Arlington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson is starting from $749 at Beacon Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pointe Arlington and starts from $900.
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