
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, AR from $500 (52 Rentals)
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Terra Vista Apartments

Luxe 30

New Studio One LLC

Rosewood Apartments

Casona Apartments by Hampshire

Colonial Parc Apartments

Woodridge Crossing

Camelot Apartments and Townhomes

Kirklin Heights Apartments
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Cambridge Place Apartments

Eagle Hill I/IV

The Foundry Apartments

Oak Creek Apartment

McGowan Flats Apartments

Eagle Nest

Crossing at Nandina

Ridgway Estates

The Links at Eagle Hill

The Greens at Hurricane Creek
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The Fairways at Hurricane Creek

The Lakes at Hurricane Creek

Otter Creek Villas

Whisperwood Town Homes

Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II

ReNew Otter Creek

Whisper Valley at Quartier

The Cottages at Otter Creek

Gateway Woods

Village at Gateway
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Mahlon Martin Apartments

Pine Garden

521 W 2nd Ave

Jefferson Court

5101 B B Cir

Villa De Cancun

Spanish Willows

2001 W 28th Ave

11 Shirley St

Seasons Apartments
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Meadowbrook Apartments

4417 W 13th Ave

12003 Krestridge Dr

White Hall Estates

The Orchards at Mabelvale

3109 Daffodil Dr

2310 W 25th Ave

2410 Martha Cir

107 S Beech St

15200 Arch St
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Jefferson, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $717 | $510 | $959 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $904 | $530 | $1,775 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $650 | $2,200 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $830 | $2,349 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $1,599 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, AR is a Studio unit found at Sunset Village priced from $510. Terra Vista Apartments in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $535. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Village | STUDS | Studio,1BA | $510 |
| Terra Vista Apartments | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $535 |
| New Studio One LLC | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 2.1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| Jefferson Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Casona Apartments by Hampshire | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Colonial Parc Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Camelot Apartments and Townhomes | 2.1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $735 |
| Luxe 30 | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Seasons Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, AR and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at ReNew Otter Creek in the in the Ward 7 neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 3.1 Model at Rosewood Apartments starting at $830 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Ward 2 neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Otter Creek | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 3.1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Otter Creek Villas | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Camelot Apartments and Townhomes | 2.2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Seasons Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
| Jefferson Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Colonial Parc Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Casona Apartments by Hampshire | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Terra Vista Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Sunset Village | STUDS | Studio ,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 Sunset Village listed at $510.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $530 at Sunset Village.
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 $650 at Rosewood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rosewood Apartments and starts from $830.
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