
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MD from $800 (50 Rentals)
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4337 Cap Stine Rd

Sinclair Way

Ox Fibre Apartments

Little Brook Apartments

The Grove At Alban

Brooklawn Apartments

Hamilton Station

The Westwinds

The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace
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Orchard Park at Ballenger Run

Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors

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Willowdale Crossing

Foundry Square Apartments

Potomac Commons

Francis Scott Key

Overlook East

Fieldpointe

The Residences at the Manor Apartments

Prospect Hall Apartments
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The Fields at Rock Creek

The Retreat at Market Square

The Fred Apartment Homes

Kingscrest Apartments

Apartments at Sunset

Clearbrook Apartments

The Reserve at Ballenger Creek

Mountain Glen Apartments

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Magnolia Haus at Tuscarora Creek

The Apartments at Wellington Trace
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The Terrace

Jefferson Place Apartments

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The Park at Walnut Ridge

Upper East

East of Market

South Mountain Village

Princeton Court

118 W B St
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13 N Maryland Ave

The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+

Woodlawn Village

32 E Main St

534 Lancaster Pl

105 E Church St

5806 Shadbush Ct

6930 Doublebrand Ct

Bottling Plant

567 Lancaster Pl
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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 | $1,651 | $1,133 | $2,113 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,015 | $2,625 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $886 | $3,440 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,637 | $998 | $3,264 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,115 | $2,539 | $3,406 |
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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. Ox Fibre Apartments in the Frederick Research Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,105. 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 |
| Ox Fibre Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Princeton Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
| The Grove At Alban | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,323 |
| Hamilton Station | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
| The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| The Apartments at Elmwood Terrace | 1BR 1BA (800sf) | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
| The Cascades of Frederick - Ages 62+ | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,531 |
| Sharpe Square Apartments-62+ Seniors | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,568 |
| Willowdale Crossing | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom-764 | 1BR,1BA | $1,587 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, MD and Nearby
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Fred Apartment Homes in the in the Taskers Chance neighborhood starting from $2,142. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the The Elm Model at Fieldpointe starting at $2,542 with a $2.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fred Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Fieldpointe | The Elm | 3BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| The Reserve at Ballenger Creek | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Potomac Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Francis Scott Key | Two Bedroom/1.5 Bath (TC) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Prospect Hall Apartments | Wilde | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Grove At Alban | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Residences at the Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Colonial at Manor | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Westwinds | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 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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