
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Piedmont South Neighborhood of Gainesville, VA from $1,700 (6 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Piedmont South area of Gainesville.


Somerset Pointe

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Piedmont South, Gainesville, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Piedmont South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont South Studio Apartments | $2,722 | $2,722 | $2,722 |
| Piedmont South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,778 | $2,515 |
| Piedmont South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $2,308 | $2,811 |
| Piedmont South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,030 | $2,651 | $3,410 |
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Cheapest Available Piedmont South Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Pointe | The Morgan | 1BR,1BA | $1,778 |
| SomerHill Farms Apartments | Aria | 1BR,1BA | $2,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Piedmont South, VA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Piedmont South area is the $2.97 price per square foot Aria Model at SomerHill Farms Apartments in the in the Westmarket Towns neighborhood starting from $2,335. The second greatest value Piedmont South apartment is the The Morgan Model at Somerset Pointe starting at $1,778 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Westmarket Towns neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Piedmont South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SomerHill Farms Apartments | Aria | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Somerset Pointe | The Morgan | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Piedmont South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Piedmont South?
The cheapest apartment in Piedmont South is Somerset Pointe which is listed at $1,778, while the average apartment in Piedmont South costs $2,722.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Piedmont South?
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 3 regular apartments in Piedmont South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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