
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bronx Neighborhood of Bronx, NY from $600 (57 Rentals)
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1200 Woodycrest Ave, Unit Apt 2F

315 E Mt Eden Ave, Unit Apt 3

315 E Mt Eden Ave, Unit Apt 1

305 E Mt Eden Ave, Unit Apt 1

524 Timpson Pl, Unit apt#1

84 Home St, Unit Apt 3

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783 Elton Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

Crossroads Plaza: Phase II

1660 Hoe Ave
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1105 Elder Ave

960 Sheridan Ave

630 Concord Ave

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200-206 Marcy Place

1340 Merriam Avenue

1511-1521 Sheridan Ave

214 East 163 Street

574 East 139th Street

1809 Marmion Ave
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209 E 165th St

RIVERVIEW TOWER

1250 Grand Concourse

1220 Grand Concourse

317 East 150th Street

1409 Bryant Ave

1372 Nelson Avenue

Lafayette Nelson Apartments LLC

Quality Communities/ 1112 Gerard Ave

531 Tinton Ave
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991-995 E 173rd St

The Ross

Noonan Towers

Bridgeline

1019 Southern Boulevard

144 Bruckner Boulevard

1230-1232 Franklin Ave

Clinton Towers

1454 Walton Ave

368 East 155 LLC
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1530 Plimpton Ave

1547 Common LLC

1414 Wythe Place

883 E 165th St

483 Willis Ave

1500 Noble Avenue

1075 Nelson Ave

1670 Longfellow Ave

975 Walton Ave

738 Kelly St
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South Bronx, Bronx, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Bronx?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Bronx Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| South Bronx 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,000 | $4,675 |
| South Bronx 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $2,300 | $6,520 |
| South Bronx 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,512 | $2,750 | $3,950 |
| South Bronx 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,364 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Bronx Neighborhood of Bronx, NY.
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Cheapest Available South Bronx Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bronx area of Bronx, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Third at Bankside priced from $2,801. Maven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,900. Here are the most affordable South Bronx apartments for rent in Bronx, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third at Bankside | 1N | 1BR,1BA | $2,801 |
| Maven | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| Estela Properties | Grand 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,951 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bronx, NY
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bronx area is the $3.99 price per square foot Paragon 2 Model at Estela Properties in the in the East Harlem neighborhood starting from $4,038. The second greatest value South Bronx apartment is the 699 Prospect Ave Model at 699 Prospect Ave, Unit Unit #2 starting at $2,750 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Melrose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bronx apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estela Properties | Paragon 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.99 |
| 699 Prospect Ave, Unit Unit #2 | 699 Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 317 E 169th St, Unit 2 | 317 E 169th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.99 |
| 783 Elton Ave, Unit 2 | 783 Elton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Third at Bankside | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $4.94 |
| Maven | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A6 | 1BR,1BA | $6.92 |
| Noonan Towers | Apartment 117 | Studio ,1BA | $4.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bronx Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bronx Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bronx Apartment is $2,801 at Third at Bankside.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bronx Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bronx is starting from $3,297 at Third at Bankside.
What is the most affordable South Bronx Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Bronx Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maven and starts from $5,091.
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