
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NC from $600 (40 Rentals)
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197 Old US Highway 321

New River Farms Apartments

Marion Manor

Huntington Park Apartments

Holston View

Willow Run

River View Townhomes
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Shelby Heights

Stafford Street Village

The Villas at Island Road

The Villas at Lavinder Lane

Promise Landing Apartments

Bristol Square

The Villas at Pebble Creek

Argyle Place
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Deer Run Apartments

Studio West Apartments

171 Leola St

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

Meadowood Garden

Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Wellington Place

The Bungalow
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Hawks Landing

29 North

Brown Crossing Apartments

288 Apple Valley Rd

Birchwood Apartment Homes

Stadium View Apartments

Waterford Place Apartments

31139 Princeton Ave
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609 C St

143 Ridge Crest Dr

147 Hiatt Ln

545 Roy Goodman Rd

258 Wilcox Dr

2780 Tynecastle Hwy

494 Cranberry St

The Magellan
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Jefferson, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,421 | $850 | $1,900 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $675 | $2,163 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $835 | $3,400 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $699 | $3,150 |
| Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $799 | $2,099 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, NC is a Studio unit found at 197 Old US Highway 321 priced from $725. The Standard at Boone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Standard at Boone | Tupelo 2 | 4BR,4BA | $799 |
| Marion Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $837 |
| Shelby Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Stafford Street Village | 1 Bedroom First Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Deer Run Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes | 2x1 Garden Standard- Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Bungalow | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hawks Landing | The Outlook | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
| Brown Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NC and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $0.65 price per square foot 3bed/3bath Master Layout Model at Turtle Creek West Apartments in the starting from $905. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the C1 Lodge Model at Highpointe starting at $999 with a $0.74 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turtle Creek West Apartments | 3bed/3bath Master Layout | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.74 |
| The Standard at Boone | Oak 1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.71 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.60 |
| Bristol View Townhomes | 2 BR, 2.5 BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Riverview Apartments | Two Bedroom - Front View | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Positive Way Apartments | Positive Way | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Marion Manor | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Deer Run Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Shelby Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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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 197 Old US Highway 321 listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $1,000 at Shelby Heights.
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 $837 at Marion Manor.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marion Manor and starts from $970.
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