
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Jefferson, CO from $1,000 (46 Rentals)
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27902 Meadow Dr

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Chatfield Lake

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Summit at Red Rocks

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Columbine West

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Bighorn Crossing

Aurum

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Gold Mountain Village

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Avalon Red Rocks
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The Col

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Dakota Ridge

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Bluesky Landing

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Dakota at Governors Ranch

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Vista at Trappers Glen

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The Crossings at Bear Creek
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Whisper Creek

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Bell Ken-Caryl

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Prose at Parkvale

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Westlake Greens

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Broadstone Sterling Ranch at Prospect Village

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Olivine

Columbine Meadows Townhomes
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Arca Green Mountain

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Straight Creek Apartments

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The View at Golden Ridge

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River Run

Aspendale Littleton 55+ Active Adult Living

Vista Verde Workforce

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Meadows Apartments

1901 Clear Creek Dr

17 Quandary Condos

The Piedmont Apartments

800 Columbine Rd

214 S Harris St

220 Burland Dr

258-P61 P61 Rd

Epoque Golden
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27 Lake Ridge Cir
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 | $1,680 | $1,008 | $3,600 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,078 | $4,933 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,339 | $6,000 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,368 | $1,999 | $8,793 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Bear Valley Village Apartments in the Marston neighborhood priced from $1,078. 27902 Meadow Dr in the Outer Lakewood West Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Valley Village Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| 27902 Meadow Dr | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Columbine West | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Bighorn Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
| Gold Mountain Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,578 |
| Golden | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Canyon View | 0x1-377 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Tanemara Apartment Homes | The Manzanita | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| The Col | Tabor - A | Studio,1BA | $1,635 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, CO and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.49 price per square foot Concord Model at Columbine Meadows Townhomes in the in the Vintage Reserve neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the B2-1136 Model at Avalon Red Rocks starting at $2,294 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Weaver Creek 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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| Columbine Meadows Townhomes | Concord | 3BR,3BA | $1.49 |
| Avalon Red Rocks | B2-1136 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Summit View Village Apartments | SVV-3x2(1080) | 3BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Broadstone Sterling Ranch at Prospect Village | B1.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Dakota at Governors Ranch | Springfield | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Prose at Parkvale | Stagecoach | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Crossings at Bear Creek | Little Bear | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Tanemara Apartment Homes | The Manzanita | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Summit at Red Rocks | Breckenridge | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Bear Valley Village Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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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 $1,078 at Bear Valley Village Apartments.
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 $1,339 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.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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