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Arsenal Apartments
652 Arsenal StWatertown, NY 13601
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The Solar Building Apartments
206 Franklin StWatertown, NY 13601
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City View Apartments
234 Coffeen StWatertown, NY 13601
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The Apartments at Madison Barracks
215 Washington StWatertown, NY 13601
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Washington Manor Apartments
505 Washington StWatertown, NY 13601
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Kelsey Creek Apartments
1204 Superior StWatertown, NY 13601
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The Carlisle
273 Paddock StWatertown, NY 13601
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State Street Apartments
278 State StWatertown, NY 13601
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Hilltop Apartments
6 Institute StAdams, NY 13605
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21825 Heather Acres DrWatertown, NY 13601
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Maple Court Apartments
540 Kieff DrWatertown, NY 13601
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Coffeen Heights Apartments
1100 Coffeen StWatertown, NY 13601
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Huntington Heights
1620 Huntington StWatertown, NY 13601
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Buckley Apartments
301-305 State StCarthage, NY 13619
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Starwood Apartments
845 Starbuck AveWatertown, NY 13601
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Heritage Apartments
522 Washington StWatertown, NY 13601
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Jefferson County, NY 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 | $802 | $520 | $1,300 |
| Jefferson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $700 | $1,500 |
| Jefferson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $820 | $2,005 |
| Jefferson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $850 | $2,010 |
| Jefferson County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,473 | $1,860 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson County, NY is a Studio unit found at Arsenal Apartments priced from $520. The Solar Building Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $520 |
| The Solar Building Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Apartments at Madison Barracks | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Kelsey Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, NY
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $0.99 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Parkstead Clayton in the starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the Town Home Model at Hycliff Apartments starting at $1,320 with a $0.78 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. |
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| Parkstead Clayton | 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhouse | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| Hycliff Apartments | Town Home | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Parkstead Philadelphia | 4 Bed 2 Bath Garden | 4BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Sedgewick Pines | 3BU | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Parkstead Watertown at Thompson Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Pleasant Creek Meadows | 2TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| College Heights | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Palmer Street Apartments | Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jefferson County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferson County is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferson County?
The cheapest apartment in Jefferson County is City View Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Jefferson County costs $1,588.
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 4 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 $197 which is $1,391 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson County.
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