
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Dartmouth, MA from $900 (29 Rentals)
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South Dartmouth, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Dartmouth?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Dartmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $1,000 | $2,095 |
South Dartmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,550 | $3,295 |
South Dartmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
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Cheapest Available South Dartmouth Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Dartmouth, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hidden Brook Apartment Homes in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood priced from $1,995. Amelia in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Dartmouth apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hidden Brook Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Type L | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Amelia | 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3,200 |
The Regency | Top Floor Penthouse ~ Stunning Views! | 2BR,2BA | $3,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Dartmouth, MA and Nearby
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Dartmouth area is the $2.67 price per square foot Top Floor Penthouse ~ Stunning Views! Model at The Regency in the in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value South Dartmouth apartment is the 2BA Model at Amelia starting at $3,200 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Dartmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Regency | Top Floor Penthouse ~ Stunning Views! | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
Amelia | 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
Hidden Brook Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Type L | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Dartmouth is starting from $2,395 at Hidden Brook Apartment Homes.
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