
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, IL from $500 (14 Rentals)
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Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped

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Jefferson County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $972 | $1,274 |
| Jefferson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $1,100 | $1,584 |
| Jefferson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,450 | $1,694 |
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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 $972. Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,082. 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 | $972 |
| Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,082 |
| Westmont Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Renaissance Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, IL
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $1.22 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Chesterfield Village in the starting from $972. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the 2x1 Model at Westmont Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $1.47 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 | $1.22 |
| Westmont Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Renaissance Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 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 $972, while the average apartment in Jefferson County costs $1,450.
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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