
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Anchorage Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK from $600 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Anchorage area of Anchorage.


2536 Forest Park Dr, Unit Room1-2

1140 Cousy Lp

Creekside Manor

Northwind Apartments

College View

The Mallary
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Lumen Park Apartments

West Midtown Village

West Midtown Pointe

West Midtown Gardens

Loussac Place Apartments

West Midtown Place

Northern Lights Manor
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Beluga Flats

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Smallwood Manor Apartments

2805 W 31st Ave

Country Lane

Independence Park Apartments
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Arctic Gardens

Cedarwood Apartments

5440 E 26th Ave

Castle

The Outlook Apartments

Arbor Pointe

The Village at Calais
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Strawberry Lane

Diamond Willow Apartments
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Anchorage Studio Apartments | $1,258 | $1,100 | $1,375 |
| South Anchorage 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $600 | $4,478 |
| South Anchorage 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $758 | $5,271 |
| South Anchorage 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,621 | $1,750 | $6,638 |
| South Anchorage 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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There are currently 30 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 Country Lane priced from $1,025. Castle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable South Anchorage apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Lane | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Castle | Studio X small | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2nd floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Arbor Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| The Mallary | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Village at Calais | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| College View | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Chester Park Estate | 1BD/1BA- Floorplan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Rancho Tudor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Anchorage, AK
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Anchorage area is the $1.38 price per square foot CS - 2 Bedroom Model at Creekside Terrace in the in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value South Anchorage apartment is the 2021 Farmer Pl Model at 2021 Farmer Pl, Unit 3 starting at $1,675 with a $1.68 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Terrace | CS - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 2021 Farmer Pl, Unit 3 | 2021 Farmer Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 3309 Oregon Dr, Unit A | 3309 Oregon Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 12250 Ellen Ave, Unit Apartment 3 | 12250 Ellen Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Kings Court | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 bed bottom floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Green Tree Apartments | 2 bed 2nd floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Arctic Sun | 1x1 825 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Nicole Apartments | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 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 $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Anchorage?
The cheapest apartment in South Anchorage is The Mallary which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in South Anchorage costs $2,300.
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 1 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 $1,094 which is $1,206 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Anchorage.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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