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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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Red Top Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Red Top Apartments

2418 Green Springs HwyBirmingham, AL 35209
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Park Estates Duplexes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Estates Duplexes

2341 S Park Dr SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Glen Iris Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Iris Place

1119 11th PlBirmingham, AL 35205
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Murray Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Murray Manor

1509 13th StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Mesa Verde
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mesa Verde

731 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205

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Jefferson, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, AL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Forestdale in the North Pratt neighborhood priced from $606. The Park at Buckingham in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $648. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at ForestdaleSTUDIOStudio,1BA$606
The Park at BuckinghamThe ElmStudio,1BA$648
The Pearl at Homewood1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$722
University CrossingsModel A1BR,1BA$740
Adona ApartmentsThe Elm/EvergreenStudio,1BA$775
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1BA$800
Glen Iris Arms1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, First Level, ...1BR,1BA$814
Beacon Pointe ApartmentsWelcome to Beacon Pointe - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$849
Market Lofts on ThirdStudio - Design 1Studio,1BA$855
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, AL and Nearby

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $0.98 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Valley Station Apartment Homes in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building starting at $1,725 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Valley Station Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.98
Ideal Building2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Mountain Woods Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.11
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes1 BR | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.20
Park PlaceWillow1BR,1BA$1.18
Beacon Pointe ApartmentsWelcome to Beacon Pointe - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.13
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29
The Pearl at Homewood1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.18
The Park at Forestdale1 Bedroom / 1 Bath _RO1BR,1BA$1.28

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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 The Park at Forestdale listed at $606.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $660 at The Park at Forestdale.

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 $780 at University Crossings.

What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place and starts from $1,262.

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