
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Mills, NC from $900 (41 Rentals)
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Autumn Ridge Apartments

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Riverstone I

Overton Lofts

Morgan Pointe Apartments

Autumn Ridge Apartments II

Oak Grove

The Arbors at Battlefield
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Marina Point

Southgate Manor Apartments

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Great Bridge Apartments

Lake Village

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Green Tree Apartments

Tanglewood Lake

Kingsbridge

Coastal Park Townehomes
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The Cedars at Greenbrier

Lakes Of Greenbrier

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Infinity at Centerville Crossing

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The Amber at Greenbrier

Walker Landing

3408 Bainbridge Blvd
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Peanut Crossing

1005 Raleigh St

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711 Herrington Rd

1023 Butlers Ln

Acorn Grove Apartment Homes

705 Adams St

100 Diamond Ave
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1034 Hunter St

101 Hines Ave

212 N M.L.K. junior Dr

431 U.S. Hwy 158 W

318 S Dyer St

Emerald Lake

104 Ida Acres

918 N Poindexter St
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1114 Northside Rd
South Mills, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Mills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mills Studio Apartments | $1,045 | $1,045 | $1,045 |
| South Mills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $968 | $2,713 |
| South Mills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $961 | $3,443 |
| South Mills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,225 | $1,235 | $4,333 |
| South Mills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,495 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available South Mills Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Mills, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Westbridge Commons in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood priced from $961. Autumn Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Mills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $961 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Overton Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Arbors at Battlefield | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Southgate Manor Apartments | 2BR Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,303 |
| Marina Point | 2/1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Kingsbridge | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Coastal Park Townehomes | 3 bedroom + bonus room | 3BR,2BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mills, NC and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Mills area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 bedroom + bonus room Model at Coastal Park Townehomes in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value South Mills apartment is the 3 Gold Model at Emerald Lake starting at $1,800 with a $1.36 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for South Mills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Coastal Park Townehomes | 3 bedroom + bonus room | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Emerald Lake | 3 Gold | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Arbors at Battlefield | 2 BR / 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| The Morgan | Osprey C | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Marina Point | 2/1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Lakes Of Greenbrier | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Mills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Mills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Mills Apartment is $995 at Autumn Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Mills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Mills is starting from $961 at Westbridge Commons.
What is the most affordable South Mills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Mills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Coastal Park Townehomes and starts from $1,495.
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