
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Edmonton, AB from $700 (148 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Central area of Edmonton.


8615-8108 108 St NW

Heritage Trail Apartments 1

Argyll Apartments

CX

Mayfair Village South

e11even

Downtown Edmonton Apartments

8303-100 100 St NW

Broadview Legislature Apartments
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The Nines

The Nines

8554-8583 83 Ave NW

Rossdale Apartments 2

Hi-Level Affordable

King Edward Apartments

Hillside Tower

University Tower Apartments

9923-381 81 Ave NW
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9923-181 81 Ave NW

MacDonald Estates

114 University

Park Square Apartments

Edmonton House

7921-7981 81 Ave NW

9938-88 88 Ave NW

Garneau Bay

7609-7688 88 Ave NW

Le Jardin Apartments
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Private Garage Suite For Rent. Utilities Included

G4 - Westrich Group of Properties

Capital Apartments

9234G 85 Street NW

11143-11170 70 Ave NW

10526 70 Ave NW

The Muse Off Whyte

Park Place Tower

Augustana

Raymond Block
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11110-68 68 Ave NW

University Heights - Westrich Group of Properties

Pamela Manor

Altairus Residences

10749-10786 86 Ave NW

Tyrone Heritage Residences Apartments

Arcade Heritage Apartments

Heritage Trail Apartments 2

Jamen Manor

Parkview Apartments
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South Central, Edmonton, AB Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,209 | $900 | $2,000 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $1,000 | $2,903 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,005 | $5,000 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,844 | $1,950 | $3,650 |
| South Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,031 | $955 | $5,595 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 148 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Edmonton, AB.
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Edmonton, AB is a Studio unit found at Arcade Heritage Apartments priced from $779. Heritage Trail Apartments 2 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $801. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Edmonton, AB:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcade Heritage Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Heritage Trail Apartments 2 | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $801 |
| Heritage Trail Apartments 1 | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $903 |
| Heritage Trail Apartments 4 | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| Argyll Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| CX | 4 Bedroom(s) and 4 Bathroom(s) | 4BR,4BA | $955 |
| Mayfair Village South | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 9910 | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| e11even | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,005 |
| Garneau Towers Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, AB
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at The Palisades in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,569. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Riverview Manor starting at $1,589 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palisades | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Riverview Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| The Carlton | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Hillside Tower | 1 Bedroom-Owl | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Maureen Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| WestWynd | Bachelor | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
| Centurion Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Le Jardin Apartments | Classic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Rossdale Apartments 1 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Rossdale Apartments 2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central is under $1,007.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?
The cheapest apartment in South Central is The Palisades which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in South Central costs $1,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central?
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 15 regular apartments in South Central 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 Central?
Cheap apartments in South Central have an average cost of $263 which is $1,312 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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