
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, NY from $400 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Jefferson County.


The Solar Building Apartments

City View Apartments

The Apartments at Madison Barracks

Washington Manor Apartments

Kelsey Creek Apartments

634 Lansing St

28389 Ridge Rd
Jefferson County, NY 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 | $737 | $520 | $1,050 |
| Jefferson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $994 | $675 | $1,750 |
| Jefferson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,152 | $750 | $1,865 |
| Jefferson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $950 | $2,065 |
| Jefferson County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $1,150 | $2,000 |
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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 November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $0.56 price per square foot 221 S James St Model at 221 S James St, Unit 221 in the starting from $1,290. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221 S James St, Unit 221 | 221 S James St | 4BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| Hycliff Apartments | Town Home | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Parkstead Black River | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Parkstead Philadelphia | 3 Bed 2 Bath Garden | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Parkstead Clayton | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Parkstead Watertown at Thompson Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Palmer Street Apartments | Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 537 Mill St, Unit 537 Mill St | 537 Mill St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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 $895.
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 $1,575.
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 $169 which is $1,406 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson County.
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