
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, WI from $850 (47 Rentals)
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Watertown East Apartments

Fairview Senior Apartment Homes

Seville Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

520 Humboldt St, Unit D

Audubon Park Apartments, LP

Hillcrest Apartments

Walnut Grove APTS LLC
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500 N Tratt St

Anna Street Apartments

164 S Washington St

Tamarack Apartment Homes

Woodside I

Watertown Square

River Mill Senior Residences

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Jefferson Apartments

Jefferson Oaks Apartments

Hillside Jefferson Apartments

Lake Mills Townhomes

Rockwell Court

Jefferson Apartments

Colonial Manor Watertown
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Elizabbeth Avenue Apartments

Johnson Creek

Prairie View Apartments

115 Carriage Way

1449 Lakeview Dr

Jefferson Schoolhouse Apartment Homes

721 W Racine St

Jefferson Heritage House

Grove Street
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300 - High St.

Blackhawk Ridge

1424 E Main St, Watertown, WI 53094

Riverside Lofts

517 Oak St, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538

Browns Court Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Riverfront Apartments

430 E Racine St
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Hillview Apartments
Jefferson County, WI 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 | $998 | $850 | $1,170 |
| Jefferson County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $889 | $1,600 |
| Jefferson County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $870 | $2,049 |
| Jefferson County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $984 | $2,250 |
| Jefferson County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,001 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson County, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Jefferson Apartments in the Jefferson County neighborhood priced from $842. Watertown East Apartments in the Concord Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Apartments | Commons 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $842 |
| Watertown East Apartments | Garden Style | 2BR,1BA | $870 |
| Seville Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 1 Bedroom With Balcony Upper | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 1424 E Main St, Watertown, WI 53094 | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 517 Oak St, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | B1-HC - B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Browns Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson County, WI
As of September 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 513 N Tratt St Model at 513 N Tratt St, Unit 515 in the in the Jefferson County neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Jefferson County apartment is the 2New/2G Model at Audubon East starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Concord Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 513 N Tratt St, Unit 515 | 513 N Tratt St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Audubon East | 2New/2G | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Pondview Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Tamarack Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 227 S Main St, Unit A | 227 S Main St | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| Jefferson Apartments | Commons 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Watertown East Apartments | Garden Style | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Knowlton Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 1424 E Main St, Watertown, WI 53094 | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 517 Oak St, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 | 1B / 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson County Apartment is $995 at Hawthorne 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 $842 at Jefferson Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jefferson County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Watertown East Apartments and starts from $984.
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