
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NY from $900 (46 Rentals)
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Lodges at Cairo

Brookview Court Apartments

Brandywine Apartments

Mohawk Village

Park Guilderland Apartment Homes

Wellington Gardens

Hammerstone Village Apartments

Presidential Townhome Rentals
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916 Kings Rd

Serafini Village

The Residence at Fort Hunter

Deer Valley Apartments

Carpenter Village Apartments

ECOFlats at Log City

Bethlehem Terrace Apartments

Long Pond Village Apartments

Oxford Heights
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Fairwood

Westmere Village - Independent Senior Living

Heritage Village Apartments

Glen Esk Apartments

Regency Park

Elm Estates

Adams Station Apartments

The Residences at Vista Square I & II

1 Fon Clair St
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Dietz Street Lofts

Oakbrook Manor

36 Maple St

Harmony Village

75 River St

60 Center St

Meadowbrook Apartments

Burdeck Apartments

203 S William St
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Helderberg Village

Guilderland Court Apartments

Solara Luxury Apartments

Ridgefield West Apartments

42 Delaware St

76 Hunter Dr

Williamsburg Village

Hemlock Manor 55+ Independent Living

395 Rezen Rd
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328 Witter Rd
Jefferson, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,243 | $1,075 | $1,481 |
| Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $1,075 | $2,600 |
| Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,249 | $2,910 |
| Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,030 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, NY is a Studio unit found at Lodges at Cairo priced from $1,100. Brookview Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,174. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodges at Cairo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Brookview Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,174 |
| Brandywine Apartments | HUD Subsidized - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Hammerstone Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Serafini Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | 1BRD | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Carpenter Village Apartments | A-KR | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Park Guilderland Apartment Homes | Studio - 550 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| ECOFlats at Log City | 1 Bedroom, 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Mohawk Village | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,444 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NY and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $1.27 price per square foot Limestone Modified Model at Presidential Townhome Rentals in the in the Dunes neighborhood starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Bethlehem Terrace Apartments starting at $1,749 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Normanskill Kenwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presidential Townhome Rentals | Limestone Modified | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Bethlehem Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Hammerstone Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Wellington Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Westmere Village - Independent Senior Living | One Bedroom One Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | 2BRMU | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Hillside Commons | Susquehanna | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Mohawk Village | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Carpenter Village Apartments | A-KR | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 11 West St - Student Only Housing | 1 Bedroom (in a 4 Bedroom unit) | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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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 $1,176 at Brookview Court 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 $1,250 at Hammerstone Village Apartments.
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