
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, MO from $500 (25 Rentals)
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5828 Stieren Dr, Unit 5828 - 59

5808 Stieren Dr, Unit 5808 - 73

Gravois Point Apartments

Bridleton Woods Apartments

5821 Stieren Dr, Unit 5821-17
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5831 Stieren Dr, Unit 5831 - 23

1003 Brickyard Rd

32 Woodglen Apartment, Unit B 14
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857 Twin Oak Dr
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Jefferson County, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County Studio Apartments | $675 | $675 | $675 |
| Jefferson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $650 | $1,645 |
| Jefferson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $750 | $1,845 |
| Jefferson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,200 | $2,564 |
| Jefferson County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,925 | $1,925 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson County Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridleton Woods Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, MO
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $1.30 price per square foot 3A Model at Walden Pond in the in the Murphy neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the 2A Model at Lakewood Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Regency Woods neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden Pond | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 765 Lonedell Rd, Unit 1 | 765 Lonedell Rd | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| 436 Cedarview Ct, Unit 436 | 436 Cedarview Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 133 Dublin Ln, Unit 133 | 133 Dublin Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Autumn Ridge | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 116 Sandstone Ct, Unit 116 | 116 Sandstone Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 32 Woodglen Apartment, Unit B 14 | 32 Woodglen Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 285 Mount Everest Dr, Unit Unit D | 285 Mount Everest Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Bridleton Woods Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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 Bridleton Woods Apartments which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Jefferson County costs $1,925.
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 10 regular apartments in Jefferson County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jefferson County?
Cheap apartments in Jefferson County have an average cost of $569 which is $1,356 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson County.
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