Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY from $1,100 (44 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Side area of Mount Vernon.

property at 114 S 6th Ave

$1,800

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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114 S 6th Ave

Mount VernonNY10550
property at 257 S 2nd Ave

$2,250

1 Bedroom Rentals

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257 S 2nd Ave

Mount VernonNY10550

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property at 149 W 5th St

$2,600

2 Bedroom Rentals

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149 W 5th St

Mount VernonNY10550

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44 Wildwood Ave, Unit 1
$3,000
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$3,000

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$3,000
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

44 Wildwood Ave, Unit 1

44 Wildwood AveMount Vernon, NY 10550
property at 112 S 12th Ave

$3,300

3 Bedroom Rentals

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112 S 12th Ave

Mount VernonNY10550

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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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160 E Fourth St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

160 E Fourth St

160 E Fourth StMount Vernon, NY 10550
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10 N Fulton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

10 N Fulton Ave

10 N Fulton AveMount Vernon, NY 10550
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204 Union Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

204 Union Ave

204 Union AveMount Vernon, NY 10550
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60 E 4th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

60 E 4th St

60 E 4th StMount Vernon, NY 10550
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23 N Columbus Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

23 N Columbus Ave

23 N Columbus AveMount Vernon, NY 10553
  • Utilities Included

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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256-266 Franklin Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

256-266 Franklin Ave

256-266 Franklin AveMount Vernon, NY 10553
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22 South West
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

22 South West

22 S West StMount Vernon, NY 10550
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property at 607 S 5th Ave

$3,400

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Total Monthly Price

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$3,400

Total Monthly Price
$3,400

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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607 S 5th Ave, Unit 2nd Flr Duplex

607 S 5th Ave
Mount VernonNY10550

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, NY

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $2.73 price per square foot 44 Wildwood Ave Model at 44 Wildwood Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Pelham Bay Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 249 S 11th Ave Model at 249 S 11th Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,800 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Chester Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 Wildwood Ave, Unit 144 Wildwood Ave3BR,1BA$2.73
249 S 11th Ave, Unit 1249 S 11th Ave2BR,1BA$3.11
44 Union Ave, Unit Vacant front room44 Union Ave1BR,1BA$10.91

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.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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