Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Anchorage Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK from $600 (26 Rentals)
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1140 Cousy Lp

Arctic Gardens

Creekside Manor
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433 E Dowling Rd

Northwind Apartments
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South Anchorage, Anchorage, AK Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Anchorage?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Anchorage Studio Apartments | $1,227 | $1,100 | $1,380 |
South Anchorage 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $750 | $2,917 |
South Anchorage 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,760 | $758 | $3,200 |
South Anchorage 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $1,500 | $3,895 |
South Anchorage 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Anchorage Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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Cheapest Available South Anchorage Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Anchorage area of Anchorage, AK is a Studio unit found at Creekside Manor priced from $1,100. Castle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable South Anchorage apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Creekside Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Castle | Studio X small | Studio,1BA | $1,115 |
Northwind Apartments | 2nd floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Nicole Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
Chester Park Estate | 1BD/1BA- Floorplan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
The Village at Calais | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
The Outlook Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
The Mallary | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Ptarmigan Meadows | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,264 |
Alpine | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Anchorage, AK
As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Anchorage area is the $1.29 price per square foot 1803 Dare Ave Model at 1803 Dare Ave, Unit 7 in the in the Old Seward Oceanview neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value South Anchorage apartment is the CS - 2 Bedroom Model at Creekside Terrace starting at $1,695 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Anchorage apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1803 Dare Ave, Unit 7 | 1803 Dare Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Creekside Terrace | CS - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
15420 Blair View Cir, Unit Studio | 15420 Blair View Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Stephens Park | 3 Beds | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
The Greenbriar | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Kings Court | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Green Tree Apartments | 2 bedroom 1st floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Hampstead Heath | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
The Mallary | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Northwind Apartments | 2nd floor Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Anchorage Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Anchorage?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Anchorage is under $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Anchorage?
The cheapest apartment in South Anchorage is Chester Park Estate which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in South Anchorage costs $2,055.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Anchorage?
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 2 regular apartments in South Anchorage 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 South Anchorage?
Cheap apartments in South Anchorage have an average cost of $1,077 which is $978 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Anchorage.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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