
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY from $1,100 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Side area of Mount Vernon.


242S Ave, Unit 2

32 N Bond St

257 S 2nd Ave

146 Vista Pl, Unit #3

429 S 3rd Ave
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10 N Bond St

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616 S 8th Ave, Unit 2nd floor

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33 Oneida Ave, Unit #3

160 E Fourth St

438 S 1st Ave

10 N Fulton Ave
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204 Union Ave

60 E 4th St

23 N Columbus Ave

256-266 Franklin Ave

22 South West

326 Union Ave
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526 S Tenth Ave

52 Claremont Pl, Unit 1
South Side, Mount Vernon, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $2,500 | $5,348 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,892 | $3,200 | $9,650 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,992 | $3,700 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Side Neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, NY
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $2.36 price per square foot 616 S 8th Ave Model at 616 S 8th Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Pelham Bay Park neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 462 S 7th Ave Model at 462 S 7th Ave, Unit 462 south 7th Avenue starting at $3,500 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Eastchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 616 S 8th Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 616 S 8th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 462 S 7th Ave, Unit 462 south 7th Avenue | 462 S 7th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 33 Oneida Ave, Unit #3 | 33 Oneida Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.17 |
Expert Rental Resources
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.