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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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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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1 Bedroom Apartments

Red Top Apartments

2418 Green Springs HwyBirmingham, AL 35209
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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 South 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
University CrossingsModel A1BR,1BA$740
The Pearl at Homewood1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$746
Adona ApartmentsThe Elm/EvergreenStudio,1BA$775
The Pointe ArlingtonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1BA$800
Glen Iris Arms1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level, Co...1BR,1BA$803
Bankhead Towers1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$811
Beacon Pointe1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, AL and Nearby

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.28 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Chapel Creek Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.03 price per square foot . 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.
Fix Play Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Chapel Creek Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.03
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes2 BR | 1 BA with W/D2BR,1BA$1.18
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Beacon Pointe1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.13
Mountain Woods Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.27
Valley Station Apartment Homes1x1A1BR,1BA$1.29
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.21
The Pearl at HomewoodRenovated 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.30
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 Chapel Creek Apartments and starts from $1,375.

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