Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson City, MO from $400 (28 Rentals)

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Capitol Hill Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Hill Apartments

811-823 Monroe StJefferson City, MO 65101
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Chapel Hill Commons II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapel Hill Commons II

3451 Chapel Hill RdJefferson City, MO 65109
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N Ten Mile Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

N Ten Mile Apartments

3404-3412 N Ten Mile DrJefferson City, MO 65109
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Hidden Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Oaks Apartments

401-405 Clayton DrJefferson City, MO 65101
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Ventura Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ventura Townhomes

105 Ventura AveJefferson City, MO 65109
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Lakeside Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeside Apartments

120 Amador AveJefferson City, MO 65109
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Chapel Hill Commons I
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapel Hill Commons I

3521 Chapel Hill RdJefferson City, MO 65109
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Hawthorne Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Park

505 Ellis BlvdJefferson City, MO 65101
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Jefferson City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Schrimpf Management priced from $450. Lakeside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Schrimpf Management1 Bedroom Apartments1BR,1BA$450
Lakeside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Timberline Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$725
Cliffside1X11BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson City, MO

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson City area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Cliffside in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Jefferson City apartment is the 204 E High St Model at 204 E High St, Unit Downtown Modern Apartment starting at $2,200 with a $1.57 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cliffside2x22BR,2BA$1.00
204 E High St, Unit Downtown Modern Apartment204 E High St2BR,2BA$1.57
Schrimpf Management2 Bedroom Apartments2BR,2BA$0.48
106 Lafayette St, Unit 106 Lafayette Furnished106 Lafayette St3BR,1BA$1.50
628 Clark Ave, Unit B628 Clark Ave1BR,1BA$1.11
Timberline Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Lakeside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19

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Getting Around Jefferson City, MO

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson City Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson City Apartment is $450 at Schrimpf Management.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson City is starting from $495 at Schrimpf Management.

What is the most affordable Jefferson City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Jefferson City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Schrimpf Management and starts from $795.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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