
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MD from $800 (48 Rentals)
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Sinclair Way

Ox Fibre Apartments

Little Brook Apartments

The Westwinds

The Grove At Alban

Orchard Park at Ballenger Run

The Junction

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors
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The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace

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The Fields at Rock Creek

Fieldpointe

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Willowdale Crossing

Potomac Commons

Foundry Square Apartments

Hamilton Station

The Residences at the Manor Apartments

Francis Scott Key
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Overlook East

Prospect Hall Apartments

The Reserve at Ballenger Creek

Kingscrest Apartments

Apartments at Sunset

The Retreat at Market Square

The Fred Apartment Homes

Clearbrook Apartments

East of Market
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Jefferson Place Apartments

EDE

The Apartments at Wellington Trace

Mountain Glen Apartments

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The Park at Walnut Ridge

The Terrace

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Magnolia Haus at Tuscarora Creek

Upper East

6920 Maryland Ave
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South Mountain Village

Princeton Court

Brooklawn Apartments

116 W B St

121 W Potomac St

13 N Maryland Ave

The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+

815 N Maple Ave

32 E Main St
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Woodlawn Village

605 Himes Ave

VistaView
Jefferson, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,679 | $1,133 | $2,170 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $1,015 | $2,481 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $886 | $3,450 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,651 | $998 | $3,264 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,147 | $2,539 | $3,431 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Sinclair Way in the Taskers Chance neighborhood priced from $886. Princeton Court in the Airport Industrial Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,224. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sinclair Way | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $886 |
| Princeton Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
| Ox Fibre Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,324 |
| The Grove At Alban | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,376 |
| The Westwinds | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,531 |
| Little Brook Apartments | The Frederick | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,568 |
| The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace | 2BR 1BA (960sf) | 2BR,1BA | $1,582 |
| Fieldpointe | The Adler | 1BR,1BA | $1,597 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MD and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $2.04 price per square foot Skyline II Model at VistaView in the in the College Estates neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) Model at The Westwinds starting at $1,639 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Taskers Chance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| VistaView | Skyline II | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| The Westwinds | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Clearbrook Apartments | The Montreal | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Kingscrest Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Francis Scott Key | Two Bedroom/1.5 Bath (TC) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Foundry Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom- Sterling Lodge (Senior 62+) | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace | 1BR 1BA (860sf) | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Grove At Alban | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Sinclair Way | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $1,015 at Sinclair Way.
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 $886 at Sinclair Way.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sinclair Way and starts from $998.
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