Bridgewater Apartment Homes
500 Avalon Way,
Brandon, MS 39047
$1,606 - $2,758
1-3 Beds
Brandon
Brandon, MS Area Guide
Discover this Mississippi gem.
History
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Economy
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Theater
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Sitting just east of Jackson, Brandon serves as the seat of Rankin County and carries more than 190 years of Mississippi history in its bones. Named for Gerard Brandon, an early governor of the state, this city blends Southern roots with an easy suburban pace that keeps residents grounded. The Natchez Trace Parkway runs nearby, offering miles of scenic trails for cycling and hiking, while the Ross Barnett Reservoir provides a wide-open escape for boating and fishing just minutes away. Downtown Brandon holds onto its small-city charm, with local theater productions drawing crowds throughout the year.
The rental landscape in Brandon ranges from spacious townhomes and garden-style apartment communities to newer, amenity-rich developments that suit a range of lifestyles. With relatively affordable options compared to larger metro areas, renters can find generous square footage without sacrificing convenience. Brandon is incorporated within the greater Jackson metro, putting state government jobs, medical centers, and Millsaps College within a short commute. The city's position along U.S. Highway 80 also keeps neighboring communities like Flowood and Pearl easily within reach.
Explore the City
Quarry Trails near Brandon, MS, offer a 3.5-mile loop for hiking, biking, and running.
The Pavilion dog park in Brandon features separate small and large dog areas.
Genna Benna's in downtown Brandon serves classic southern food.
Beautiful row of Acadian homes in a Brandon, MS, neighborhood.
Downtown Brandon, Mississippi features rich historic war memorials.
Quarry Trails in Brandon provides 3.5 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and leisure.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Brandon, MS is $1,329 for one bedroom, $1,519 for two bedrooms, and $1,790 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brandon has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,329/month
779 Sq Ft
House
$2,168/month
1,523 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Brandon, MS is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
797 Students
Public
Grades K-5
741 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
551 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
532 Students
Public
Grades K-5
768 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
435 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,193 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,648 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
435 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.