
Cheap Apartments for Rent near South Mills, NC from $900 (31 Rentals)
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Riverstone I

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Great Bridge Apartments

Autumn Ridge Apartments II

Oak Grove
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Marina Point

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Overton Lofts

Lake Village

Tanglewood Lake

Kingsbridge
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Coastal Park Townehomes

The Cedars at Greenbrier

Lakes Of Greenbrier

Tapestry Park

Walker Landing

Peanut Crossing

1114 Park St
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Thrive Apartment Homes

606 W Church St

1634 Peartree Rd

Acorn Grove Apartment Homes

705 Adams St

100 Diamond Ave

1114 Northside Rd
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1034 Hunter St

1016 Southern Ave

318 S Dyer St
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $968 | $5,570 |
| South Mills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $961 | $3,443 |
| South Mills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,186 | $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. Walker Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,041. 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 |
| Walker Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| The Arbors at Battlefield | The Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Overton Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,303 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Acorn Grove Apartment Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Kingsbridge | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mills, NC and Nearby
As of August 08, 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 |
| Tapestry Park | Montage | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Riverstone I | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| ReNew Chesapeake | Chattanooga | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 3 Bedroom Deluxe | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Acorn Grove Apartment Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 $1,041 at Walker Landing.
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 Walker Landing and starts from $1,265.
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