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Chesterfield Village
4201 Valley Forge RdMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Renaissance Hills
3415-4001 S Water Tower PlMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped
99 Meadow LnDix, IL 62830
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19th Street Apartments
835 S 19th StMount Vernon, IL 62864
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715 Main St
715 Main StMount Vernon, IL 62864
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716 North St
716 North StMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Mt Vernon Place
909-919 Cleveland StMount Vernon, IL 62864
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3 Unit
1717 N Main StMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Heritage Landing 55+ Apartments
4260 Heritage AveMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Woodlawn Village
706 Green StWoodlawn, IL 62898
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Tanglewood Apartments
4200 Westwood DrMount Vernon, IL 62864
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906 Cleveland
906 ClevelandMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Maple Manor Apartments
1140 Maple StMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Lincolnshire Manor
4233 Lincolnshire DrMount Vernon, IL 62864
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Jefferson County, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County Studio Apartments | $931 | $899 | $964 |
| Jefferson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $999 | $2,069 |
| Jefferson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $1,099 | $1,764 |
| Jefferson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $1,350 | $1,674 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson County, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Chesterfield Village priced from $999. Garden Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,059. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Garden Glen | The Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,082 |
| Renaissance Hills | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,194 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, IL
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Chesterfield Village in the starting from $999. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the A4 Model at Renaissance Hills starting at $1,194 with a $1.53 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Renaissance Hills | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Garden Glen | The Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferson County?
The cheapest apartment in Jefferson County is Chesterfield Village which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Jefferson County costs $1,512.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferson County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Jefferson County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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