
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southmont Neighborhood of Greensboro, NC from $600 (22 Rentals)
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1833 Spring Garden St

317 Tate St

1817 McCormick St

2407 Spring Garden St

Legacy Pointe Apartments

320 S Mendenhall St
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1820 McCormick St

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2912 W Florida St

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Southmont, Greensboro, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southmont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southmont Studio Apartments | $695 | $695 | $695 |
| Southmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $705 | $2,060 |
| Southmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $875 | $2,350 |
| Southmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $605 | $1,825 |
| Southmont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Southmont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southmont area of Greensboro, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Legacy on Elm priced from $915. Cross Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Southmont apartments for rent in Greensboro, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy on Elm | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Cross Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| CityView | O'Henry | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| YorkTowne Apartments | 1x1 756 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Legacy Pointe Apartments | 2BR - 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southmont, NC
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southmont area is the $1.37 price per square foot Athena Premium Model at Reynolds Place Apartments in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Southmont apartment is the 3BR/3BA Model at School at Spring Garden Student Apartments starting at $660 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the College Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southmont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reynolds Place Apartments | Athena Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| School at Spring Garden Student Apartments | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $0.58 |
| The Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath with Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 2909 Spring Garden St, Unit 2909-C | 2909 Spring Garden St | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Campus Crossing Spring Garden | Designer Style 3 Bed X 2 Bath - Patio | 3BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Legacy Pointe Apartments | 2BR - 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Legacy on Elm | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Abernathy Park | The Messina | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Juliet Place Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| YorkTowne Apartments | 1x1 756 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Best Local Schools in Southmont, Greensboro, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southmont Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southmont Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southmont Apartment is $915 at Legacy on Elm.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southmont Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southmont is starting from $995 at Legacy Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southmont Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southmont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at YorkTowne Apartments and starts from $1,450.
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