Cheap Homes for Rent in South Side Neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY from $1,700 (5 Rentals)

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South Side, Mount Vernon, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonial CourtE:2 Bed/2 Bath plus Den2BR,2BA$7,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, NY

As of August 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $4.45 price per square foot E:2 Bed/2 Bath plus Den Model at Colonial Court in the in the Chester Heights neighborhood starting from $7,800. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 340 Highland Ave Model at 340 Highland Ave, Unit 1st floor starting at $3,250 with a $2.32 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.
Colonial CourtE:2 Bed/2 Bath plus Den2BR,2BA$4.45
340 Highland Ave, Unit 1st floor340 Highland Ave3BR,1BA$2.32
139 W 4th St, Unit 3rd139 W 4th St3BR,1BA$2.67
427 Homestead Ave, Unit #2427 Homestead Ave3BR,1BA$2.42
21 E 4th St, Unit 144 e 3rd st21 E 4th St4BR,1BA$3.33
422 S 4th Ave, Unit #1422 S 4th Ave3BR,1.5BA$4.00
226 Brookside Ave, Unit 1st226 Brookside Ave1BR,1BA$3.08
146 Vista Pl, Unit #3146 Vista Pl1BR,1BA$3.00
120 Washington St, Unit 3120 Washington St1BR,1BA$3.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 301 Apartments for Rent in South Side, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $7,800. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,700 to $3,811.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Side ranges from $1,700 to $3,811 with an average monthly rent of $2,515.

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