
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Bay, FL from $1,000 (39 Rentals)
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Lake View Villas

St. Andrews Palm Beach

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Palm Beach Preserve

Serrano Apartments

Palo Verde

Villas at Palm Beach

The Reserve and The Park at Riverbridge

Waterway Village
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Island Shores

San Michele Andros Isles

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VISTA LAGO

The Estates at Wellington Green Apartments

Solara At Wellington

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WATERSTONE AT WELLINGTON

The Point at Royal Palm Beach

Ryder Place at Wellington

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Polo Lakes
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Ibis Reserve Apartments

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10X Wellington Club

Pine Ridge

Palm Court at Wellington Apartments

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Altis Blue Lake

The Point at Palm Beach Grove

The Point at Southern Blvd

Rosemont Royal Palm

Atlantico at Royal Palm Beach
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Elan Polo Gardens

River Oak at Fernwood Forest

Wellington Vista

Axis Wellington Green

Lakeside Terrace

278 S Lake Ave

430 S Lindero St

651 Hunting Clb Ave

Azola West Palm Beach
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16175 Deer Path Ln

500 N Francisco St

16417 Mirabell Mnr Ln
South Bay, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $1,000 | $4,061 |
| South Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $1,550 | $4,075 |
| South Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,695 | $5,844 |
| South Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $1,895 | $5,130 |
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Cheapest Available South Bay Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Bay, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Runyon Village in the Belle Glade neighborhood priced from $1,000. Lake View Villas in the Belle Glade neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Bay apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runyon Village | 1 - 3 Bedroom - Call for details! | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Lake View Villas | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Palo Verde | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| The Reserve and The Park at Riverbridge | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| St. Andrews Palm Beach | Hogan Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,682 |
| VISTA LAGO | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,831 |
| Villas at Palm Beach | 2x2 850 | 2BR,2BA | $1,850 |
| The Estates at Wellington Green Apartments | A1 - Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| San Michele Andros Isles | Abaco - 1 BR Designer Style Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Solara At Wellington | Bimini | 1BR,1BA | $1,901 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay, FL and Nearby
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bay area is the $1.66 price per square foot Banyan Model at River Oak at Fernwood Forest in the in the Sandy Oaks neighborhood starting from $3,225. The second greatest value South Bay apartment is the Opus Model at Axis Wellington Green starting at $2,995 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Wellington View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Oak at Fernwood Forest | Banyan | 4BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Axis Wellington Green | Opus | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Ibis Reserve Apartments | Hawthorne | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Runyon Village | Houses | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| VISTA LAGO | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| WATERSTONE AT WELLINGTON | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Rosemont Royal Palm | B1R | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 10X Wellington Club | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Palm Court at Wellington Apartments | Beacon w/ Den | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Lake View Villas | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bay Apartment is $1,000 at Runyon Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bay is starting from $1,550 at Lake View Villas.
What is the most affordable South Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake View Villas and starts from $1,695.
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