
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Miami Neighborhood of Miami, FL from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Red Road Commons

SoMi Happy Livin' (Furnished)

5866 SW 60th St

Metro South Senior Apartments

6580 Santona St
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5510 SW 76th St

Palm Plaza Apartments

Sunset Club Apartments

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House 57- Student Housing

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6511 Santona St

6001 SW 70th St, Unit 238
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1250 S Alhambra Cir

6565 Santona St, Unit B19

6565 Santona St, Unit B19

6647 SW 59th Pl

Residences at Somi Parc

6000 SW 70th Ave, Unit 551
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5961 SW 68th St, Unit A700

Griillaire Apartments

Legacy at South Miami

6565 Santona St

Villa Fontana Apartments

1280 S Alhambra Cir
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5839 SW 74th Terrace
South Miami, Miami, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Miami?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Miami Studio Apartments | $2,037 | $2,000 | $2,075 |
| South Miami 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,794 | $1,500 | $4,380 |
| South Miami 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,634 | $2,000 | $7,508 |
| South Miami 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,756 | $2,000 | $6,000 |
| South Miami 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,768 | $1,717 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available South Miami Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Miami area of Miami, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunset Club Apartments priced from $1,650. House 57- Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,717. Here are the most affordable South Miami apartments for rent in Miami, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| House 57- Student Housing | 4BR/4.0BA | 4BR,4BA | $1,717 |
| SoMi Happy Livin' (Furnished) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Cloisters Miami | Avondale | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| Residences at Somi Parc | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Miami, FL
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Miami area is the $4.34 price per square foot San Remo Model at Red Road Commons in the in the South Miami neighborhood starting from $4,830. The second greatest value South Miami apartment is the B02-Scheme2 Model at Avalon South Miami starting at $5,005 with a $4.68 price per square foot in the South Miami neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Miami apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Road Commons | San Remo | 3BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| Avalon South Miami | B02-Scheme2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.68 |
| Residences at Somi Parc | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| The Standard at Coral Gables | Brookhaven 2 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| SoMi Happy Livin' (Furnished) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.65 |
| The Cloisters Miami | Avondale | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.24 |
| Sunset Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 6511 Santona St | 6511 Santona St | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Miami Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Miami?
The cheapest apartment in South Miami is Sunset Club Apartments which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in South Miami costs $9,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Miami?
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 9 regular apartments in South Miami 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 Miami?
Cheap apartments in South Miami have an average cost of $4,255 which is $5,245 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Miami.
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