Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jonesboro, AR from $400 (56 Rentals)

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Caraway Commons
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Caraway Commons

3308 Caraway Commons DrJonesboro, AR 72404
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Jonesboro Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jonesboro Apartments

1009 Flint StJonesboro, AR 72401
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Ridge at Jonesboro
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ridge at Jonesboro

1001 N Patrick StJonesboro, AR 72401
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The Willows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

726 Southwest DrJonesboro, AR 72401

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Villas at Jonesboro
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Jonesboro

983 N Patrick StJonesboro, AR 72401
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203 N Rogers St
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203 N Rogers St

203 N Rogers StJonesboro, AR 72401
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Mcknight Falls
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mcknight Falls

1500 Kathleen StJonesboro, AR 72401
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Craighead Commons
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Craighead Commons

3320 Caraway Commons DrJonesboro, AR 72404
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1000-1030 Haltom St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1000-1030 Haltom St

1000-1030 Haltom StJonesboro, AR 72401
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Sundance Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance Townhomes

1912 Word CvJonesboro, AR 72401
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Savannah Hills
2 Bedroom Apartments

Savannah Hills

4310 Makala LnJonesboro, AR 72404

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Jonesboro, AR

Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Jonesboro, AR area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Jonesboro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Jonesboro$1,249$57559

Cheapest Available Jonesboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jonesboro, AR is a Studio unit found at Cozy Studio for rent in the Downtown Jonesboro neighborhood priced from $562. The Vue on Self Circle in the Downtown Jonesboro neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jonesboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cozy Studio for rentCozy Studio Apartment for Rent in JonesboroStudio,1BA$562
The Vue on Self Circle1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$575
Gladiola EstatesStandard 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$665
Park LakeStandard1BR,1BA$665
The Links at JonesboroCustom1BR,1BA$720
Courtyard @ The Corner1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Williamsburg ApartmentsMEDIUM 2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$790
The Greens at JonesboroClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$810
Grand Oak Place2x12BR,1BA$850
Caraway Commons1BR1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jonesboro, AR

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jonesboro area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2X2.5 Model at Willow Creek Townhomes in the starting from $1,447. The second greatest value Jonesboro apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Deerfield Crossing starting at $1,310 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jonesboro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willow Creek Townhomes2X2.52BR,2.5BA$1.21
Deerfield CrossingTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.14
The Meadows Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.98
Williamsburg ApartmentsMEDIUM 2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$0.83
902 Belt St, Unit 6902 Belt St2BR,1BA$0.94
Mcknight FallsMcknight Falls - 2012BR,1BA$1.09
Cedar Manor Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Caraway Commons1BR1BR,1BA$1.10
Grand Oak Place2x12BR,1BA$1.16
The Vue on Self Circle2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.08

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Jonesboro Overview

Jonesboro, AR has many charms. On one hand you’re surrounded by historic buildings and large Victorian homes, and on the other hand the town is full of youth thanks to Arkansas State University. It is a wonderful place for those who are enchanted by the history, but still feel young and vibrant!

Why live in Jonesboro, AR?

Jonesboro, AR is the perfect place to live if you want the vibe of a college town. The university has a large impact on the town, and it creates a great feeling of community. What’s most unique, however, is that even though the school brings many new young people each year, the city still showcases its place in history. It is difficult not to fall in love with the beautiful architecture of Jonesboro’s landmark buildings.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jonesboro Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jonesboro?

The cheapest apartment in Jonesboro is The Vue on Self Circle which is listed at $575, while the average apartment in Jonesboro costs $1,249.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jonesboro?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Jonesboro that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jonesboro?

Cheap apartments in Jonesboro have an average cost of $424 which is $825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jonesboro.

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