Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Boston, VA from $300 (9 Rentals)
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South Boston, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Boston Studio Apartments | $895 | $895 | $895 |
South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $533 | $1,860 |
South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $926 | $2,782 |
South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,150 | $2,763 |
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Cheapest Available South Boston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Boston, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Dillard School priced from $533. Cardinal's Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Boston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
Cardinal's Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Northpointe | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, VA and Nearby
As of September 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Hawthorne Apartments in the starting from $1,375. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 2 Bed/1 Bath Model at 58 West Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.09 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for South Boston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hawthorne Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
58 West Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
New Brick Historic Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Dan River Crossing | DRC - 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Del Ray Townhomes | 2 BR/1 BA RENO | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Madison Pointe | 2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
Barden Ridge Apartments | 2/1 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Cardinal's Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
Northpointe | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Getting Around South Boston, VA
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Boston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Boston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Boston Apartment is $770 at Cardinal's Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Boston is starting from $899 at Madison Pointe.
What is the most affordable South Boston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Boston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at West Village Apartments and starts from $1,260.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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