
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, CO from $1,035 (48 Rentals)
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Bear Valley Village Apartments

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27902 Meadow Dr

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Summit at Red Rocks

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Aurum

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Columbine West

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Bighorn Crossing

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Gold Mountain Village

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Straight Creek Apartments

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Fox Hill

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Summit View Village Apartments

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Westlake Greens

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Dakota Ridge

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Bluesky Landing

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Broadstone Sterling Ranch at Prospect Village

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Highland Trails

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The Crossings at Bear Creek

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Dakota at Governors Ranch

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Bell Ken-Caryl

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Prose at Parkvale

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Columbine Meadows Townhomes

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Arca Green Mountain

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Avalon Red Rocks

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The View at Golden Ridge

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Basecamp at West 8th

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River Run

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Aspendale Littleton 55+ Active Adult Living

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Vista Verde Workforce

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CHILL

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Jefferson, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,759 | $1,035 | $3,600 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $1,225 | $4,933 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $1,449 | $6,000 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $1,999 | $8,793 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $3,755 | $4,036 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, CO is a Studio unit found at 27902 Meadow Dr in the Outer Lakewood West Corridor neighborhood priced from $1,145. Summit at Red Rocks in the Applewood Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 27902 Meadow Dr | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Bear Valley Village Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,328 |
| Columbine West | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Bighorn Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
| Golden | Studio 1 bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,420 |
| Vista at Trappers Glen | A2 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,432 |
| Aurum | Copper (W/ Den) - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,493 |
| Fox Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,514 |
| Westlake Greens | The Riviera | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, CO and Nearby
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $2.07 price per square foot C1 2x2 Model at Vista at Trappers Glen in the in the Weaver Creek neighborhood starting from $1,988. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Gold Mountain Village starting at $1,835 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Gilpin County 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. |
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| Vista at Trappers Glen | C1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Gold Mountain Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Summit View Village Apartments | SVV-2x2(864) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
| Dakota at Governors Ranch | Springfield | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Crossings at Bear Creek | Little Bear | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Broadstone Sterling Ranch at Prospect Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Westlake Greens | The Riviera | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Bluesky Landing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Aspen – Premium View | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Bear Valley Village Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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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 27902 Meadow Dr listed at $1,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $1,225 at Summit at Red Rocks.
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 $1,449 at Bear Valley Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbine West and starts from $1,999.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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