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Walton Woods Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walton Woods Apartments

1000 W Adams StJefferson, IA 50129
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Haven Apartments
$900 - $1,375
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$825 - $1,300
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Haven Apartments

1201 Florida AveAmes, IA 50014
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Cedar Crossing 2
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crossing 2

2003 Cedar StBoone, IA 50036
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Heartland Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heartland Senior Housing

610 Central AveFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Spruce Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

126 Beedle DrAmes, IA 50014
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The Briza
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Briza

1104 8th StBoone, IA 50036
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Granger Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Granger Lofts

2202 Broadway StGranger, IA 50109
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Delaware Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Delaware Woods

1121 Delaware AveAmes, IA 50014
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Oakview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Apartments

1429 Walton DrAmes, IA 50014
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Jefferson, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 919 N 29th St priced from $650. The Briza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $697. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
919 N 29th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
The BrizaGrand 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$697
Western Hills Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$745
College Creek Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$755
Wyndsor TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$765
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$799
Windsor PointeHickory 60%2BR,1BA$825
Linden Station Apartments1 Bed Apartment 55+1BR,1BA$850
Adel Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments2 bed2BR,1BA$855

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, IA and Nearby

As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3 Beds / 2 Baths Model at 802 Dickinson Ave in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $1,260. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 3x3 Unfurnished Model at The Madison starting at $524 with a $0.48 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
802 Dickinson Ave3 Beds / 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.97
The Madison3x3 Unfurnished3BR,3BA$0.48
The Social West Ames ReserveMontgomery Renovated - Reserve3BR,2BA$0.51
Anna's Grove by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.97
Western Hills Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.05
Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments2 bed2BR,1BA$0.99
Kate's LandingCottage - 22BR,1BA$1.09
SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.08
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.07
919 N 29th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson is at Wyndsor Terrace listed at $765.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $650 at 919 N 29th St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson is starting from $825 at Windsor Pointe.

What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments and starts from $945.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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