
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Boston, VA from $695 (10 Rentals)
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3701 US-29 BUS

175 Hamlin Ave

534 Logan St

837 Melrose Ave
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3553 Reeves Mill Rd

121 Hamlin Ave

863 Stokes St

320 E Morehead St

386 Seminole Trail
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,124 | $695 | $1,650 |
| South Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,036 | $925 | $5,000 |
| South Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,690 | $950 | $2,800 |
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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 Vance Senior Housing Apartments priced from $690. Dillard School has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $736. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Boston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vance Senior Housing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $736 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Boston, VA and Nearby
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Boston area is the $0.67 price per square foot 4 BR Semester Lease Model at The Oasis (Student Housing) in the starting from $860. The second greatest value South Boston apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Lynn Street Lofts starting at $929 with a $0.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oasis (Student Housing) | 4 BR Semester Lease | 4BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| Element at Creekside | Two Bed/Two Bath 1058 sq. ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Del Ray Townhomes | 2 BR/1 BA RENO | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Birchwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Madison Pointe | 2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Pinewood Forest Apartments | 2/1 50% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Vance Senior Housing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?
There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, VA with pricing that ranges from $690 to $2,894. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $695 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Boston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Boston ranges from $695 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,550.
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