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The Carlisle
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlisle

273 Paddock StWatertown, NY 13601
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State Street Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

State Street Apartments

278 State StWatertown, NY 13601
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Hilltop Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Apartments

6 Institute StAdams, NY 13605
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Maple Court Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Court Apartments

540 Kieff DrWatertown, NY 13601
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Huntington Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Heights

1620 Huntington StWatertown, NY 13601
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Buckley Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Buckley Apartments

301-305 State StCarthage, NY 13619
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Starwood Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Starwood Apartments

845 Starbuck AveWatertown, NY 13601
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21825 Heather Acres Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

21825 Heather Acres Dr

21825 Heather Acres DrWatertown, NY 13601
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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arsenal ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$520
The Solar BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$620
City View Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$675
The Apartments at Madison BarracksStudio1BR,1BA$750
Kelsey Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, NY

As of April 17, 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 313 William St Model at 313 William St, Unit APT 2 starting at $1,300 with a $0.87 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkstead Clayton4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhouse4BR,2.5BA$0.99
313 William St, Unit APT 2313 William St3BR,1BA$0.87
Parkstead Philadelphia3 Bed 2 Bath Garden3BR,2BA$0.91
139 S Esselstyne St, Unit 139139 S Esselstyne St2BR,1BA$0.82
510 Curtis St, Unit APT 2510 Curtis St3BR,1BA$1.08
Parkstead Watertown at Thompson Park2 Bed 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$1.13
Palmer Street ApartmentsTown Home2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Beaver MeadowF1BR,1BA$1.05
Colonial Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
City View Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$0.90

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson County is at Arsenal Apartments listed at $520.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson County Apartment is $675 at City View Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson County is starting from $820 at The Solar Building.

What is the most affordable Jefferson County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Jefferson County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kelsey Creek Apartments and starts from $1,000.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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