
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Mills, NC from $900 (43 Rentals)
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Westbridge Commons

Autumn Ridge Apartments

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Riverstone I

Morgan Pointe Apartments

Autumn Ridge Apartments II

Oak Grove

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Marina Point
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Lake Village

Great Bridge Apartments

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Green Tree Apartments

Pillars at Great Bridge

Southgate Manor Apartments

Tanglewood Lake

Kingsbridge

Coastal Park Townehomes
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The Cedars at Greenbrier

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Lakes Of Greenbrier

The Amber at Greenbrier

Infinity at Centerville Crossing

Greenbrier Woods Apartments

The Cascades

ReNew Chesapeake
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The Morgan

Walker Landing

3408 Bainbridge Blvd

Peanut Crossing

1110 Park St

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608 W Church St

1114 Northside Rd
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109 Willow Way

Acorn Grove Apartment Homes

808 Ray St

100 Diamond Ave

1034 Hunter St

804 Maple St

146 Smith Corner Rd

Emerald Lake
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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 | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| South Mills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $968 | $5,076 |
| South Mills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $961 | $3,443 |
| South Mills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $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 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,238 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| Southgate Manor Apartments | 2BR Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,436 |
| Coastal Park Townehomes | 3 bedroom + bonus room | 3BR,2BA | $1,495 |
| Lakes Of Greenbrier | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| The Amber at Greenbrier | The Topaz *Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mills, NC and Nearby
As of May 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 Baron ALT *Newly Renovated Homes Available Model at The Cascades starting at $2,309 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Greenbrier neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Park Townehomes | 3 bedroom + bonus room | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Cascades | Baron ALT *Newly Renovated Homes Available | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Emerald Lake | 3 Gold | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Magnolia Chase Apartments | The Serene | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Lake Village | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 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 Autumn Ridge Apartments II and starts from $1,267.
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