
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Boston, VA from $300 (47 Rentals)
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Honeytree Apartments

Taylor Lofts

Country Green

534 Logan St

Dillard School

Cardinal's Crest Apartments

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Timber East Apartments

Willowdaile
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Strawberry Hill Apartments

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1 Element

The Element Apartments

SoHo Apartment Homes

Northpointe

Stonewood Apartments

Edgewood Apartments

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Element at Creekside

Chatham Lofts
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Crystal Village

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English Commons Apartments

River District Lofts

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Heritage Apartments

Rippling Stream Townhomes

Reserve at Stillwater

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Del Ray Townhomes

Autumn Park

Madison Pointe
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The Royster

Magnolia Pointe

Mecklenburg Manor Apartments

1414 N Main St

3701 US-29 BUS

124 Girard St

Crossdale Flats

835 Glendale Ave

5109 Dry Fork Rd
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58 West Apartments

863 Stokes St

517 Stephens St

West Village Apartments

Halifax Lofts

1473 Myrtle Ave

671 Park Ave

Highland Vista

Independence Park
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1160 Little Creek Rd

713 Springfield Rd
South Boston, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston Studio Apartments | $928 | $920 | $937 |
| South Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $533 | $2,028 |
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $885 | $2,477 |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,333 | $2,912 |
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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. Strawberry Hill Apartments in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Boston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| SoHo Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Willowdaile | 11SZ | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Cardinal's Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| Northpointe | 2 | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, VA and Nearby
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Dan River Crossing in the starting from $1,650. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 3/2 60% AMI Model at Pinewood Forest Apartments starting at $1,333 with a $1.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dan River Crossing | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Pinewood Forest Apartments | 3/2 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Del Ray Townhomes | 2 BR/1 BA RENO | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| English Commons Apartments | The St. James - Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Autumn Park | The Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Crossdale Flats | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Northpointe | 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Cardinal's Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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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 $533 at Dillard School.
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 $990 at Cardinal's Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Boston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Boston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinewood Forest Apartments and starts from $1,333.
Expert Rental Resources
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.