
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson City, TN from $600 (50 Rentals)
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812 Universal St

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Maplecrest Square Apartments

Heritage Court

Park Terrace Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

714 E Jefferson St

2215 Buffalo Trl

Eastland Place Apartments
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Forestdale Village

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Universal at Thompson Creek

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The Villas at Kyker Ferry

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Burlington Commons

Ammons at Asheville Highway

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Views at Elm Grove

First Creek at Austin

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Universal at Strawberry Plains

The Lofts at Pigeon Forge

The Dandridge

Ashton View Apartments

Overlook at Allensville

Kodak Crossing

The Adelade
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Legends at Oak Grove

Douglas Greene

Riverpark Apartments

223 E Broadway St

612 South Studios

Woodbury Crossing

Monte Vista

8010 Sunset Heights Dr

Rand at Sharps Ridge

725 W Casey Dr
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Jefferson City, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City Studio Apartments | $1,207 | $1,099 | $1,392 |
| Jefferson City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $750 | $4,025 |
| Jefferson City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $828 | $2,400 |
| Jefferson City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,166 | $3,809 |
| Jefferson City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,791 | $1,500 | $3,035 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson City, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Douglas Greene priced from $667. 2215 Buffalo Trl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $667 |
| 2215 Buffalo Trl | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Sunset Rill Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Shiloh Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Forestdale Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Park at Fountain City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Living Fully Sevierville | The Forge | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Woodbury Crossing | 3 B Floor Plan | 3BR,2BA | $1,122 |
| Eastowne Village Apartments | Town & Country | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Ammons at Asheville Highway | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,143 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson City, TN and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson City area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome with Drive Under Garage Model at Universal at Thompson Creek in the starting from $1,849. The second greatest value Jefferson City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Eastgate Condominiums starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal at Thompson Creek | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome with Drive Under Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Eastgate Condominiums | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Woodbury Crossing | 3 B Floor Plan | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Creekview Luxury Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Coleson Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Ammons at Asheville Highway | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Douglas Greene | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| The Shiloh Ridge Apartments | 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Burlington Commons | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2215 Buffalo Trl | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson City is at Living Fully Sevierville listed at $1,099.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson City Apartment is $750 at 2215 Buffalo Trl.
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 $850 at 2215 Buffalo Trl.
What is the most affordable Jefferson City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbury Crossing and starts from $1,122.
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