Cheap Homes for Rent in Jefferson City, MO from $390 (11 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Jefferson City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Schrimpf Management priced from $550. Lakeside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Schrimpf Management1 Bedroom Apartments1BR,1BA$550
Lakeside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
dew39413BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$750
deVille I Properties LLC2 bedroom 1.5 bath Apartment2BR,1BA$800
Weathered Rock II2x22BR,2BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson City, MO and Nearby

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson City area is the $0.73 price per square foot 900 E High St Model at 900 E High St, Unit Apt A in the starting from $950. The second greatest value Jefferson City apartment is the 3x2 Model at Weathered Rock II starting at $1,300 with a $1.12 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.
900 E High St, Unit Apt A900 E High St2BR,1BA$0.73
Weathered Rock II3x23BR,2BA$1.12
128 E High St, Unit Suite 201128 E High St1BR,1.5BA$1.99
dew39413BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$0.78
Schrimpf Management1 Bedroom Apartments1BR,1BA$0.58
deVille I Properties LLC2 bedroom 1.5 bath Apartment2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Lakeside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson City

What type of rentals are currently available in Jefferson City?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Jefferson City, MO with pricing that ranges from $545 to $2,100. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jefferson City ranging from $390 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Jefferson City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jefferson City ranges from $390 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,535.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.