Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, IA from $350 (41 Rentals)

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Walton Woods Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walton Woods Apartments

1000 W Adams StJefferson, IA 50129
Senior Living
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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
Senior Living
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The Briza
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Briza

1104 8th StBoone, IA 50036

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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Spruce Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

126 Beedle DrAmes, IA 50014
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919 N 29th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

919 N 29th St

919 N 29th StFort Dodge, IA 50501
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Granger Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Granger Lofts

2202 Broadway StGranger, IA 50109
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Furman Western Hills
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Western Hills

230 Raphael AveAmes, IA 50014
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Delaware Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Delaware Woods

1121 Delaware AveAmes, IA 50014
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Boone Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boone Park

1127 S Linn StBoone, IA 50036
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Oakview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Apartments

1429 Walton DrAmes, IA 50014
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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800 State Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

800 State Street

800 State StGuthrie Center, IA 50115
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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 4 Beds unit found at The Social West Ames® in the Fountainview neighborhood priced from $469. Valley Railroad Apartments in the Dallas County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Social West Ames®Langley B Renovated - Station4BR,2BA$469
Valley Railroad Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$495
The BrizaRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$647
The Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Fountain View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
West Village Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$695
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$699
West TowneStudioStudio,1BA$699
College Creek Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$755
Hancock Apartments1X11BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, IA and Nearby

As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3Br2Ba Model at Phillips Luxury Apartments in the starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 3 Beds / 2 Baths Model at 802 Dickinson Ave starting at $1,260 with a $0.97 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.
Phillips Luxury Apartments3Br2Ba3BR,2BA$0.90
802 Dickinson Ave3 Beds / 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.97
Point at AmesTelluride A3BR,3BA$0.69
Valley Railroad Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.90
Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way4 bedroom4BR,2.5BA$0.91
The Madison Apartments3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.55
William Pointe by KadingVilla3BR,1BA$0.92
The Social West Ames®Cambridge A Renovated - Station3BR,2BA$0.52
Mortensen Heights2B2BR,2BA$0.71
The Social ReserveGuthrie - Reserve2BR,1BA$0.70

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Hickory Ridge Apartments listed at $699.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $495 at Valley Railroad Apartments.

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 $850 at Hancock Apartments.

What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Social West Ames® and starts from $499.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.