Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aiken, SC from $500 (27 Rentals)

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Palmetto Crossing
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Crossing

1024 Owens StAiken, SC 29803
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Glendale Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glendale Terrace

1223 York St NEAiken, SC 29801
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Aiken Grand Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aiken Grand Apartments

119 Timmerman StWarrenville, SC 29851
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Aiken, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Aiken, SC

Pricing Updated: 12/08/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Aiken, SC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Aiken Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Aiken$1,360$80091
Greater Aiken$1,743$4851322

Cheapest Available Aiken Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Aiken, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer Crossing in the Greater Aiken neighborhood priced from $825. Springside Point and Springside Park in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aiken apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$825
Springside Point and Springside ParkTwo Bed Flat2BR,1BA$900
The Huntley Apartment HomesThe Huntley 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Market Street Station ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,025
New London Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,029
The Colony at South ParkThe Polo1BR,1BA$1,066
WoodwindsThe Poplar2BR,2BA$1,126
Verandas on the Green Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,140
Laurens Street StationCrest Model1BR,1BA$1,150
Gatewood ApartmentsSteeple2BR,2BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aiken, SC

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Aiken area is the $0.93 price per square foot The Iris Model at Rosewood at Aiken in the in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood starting from $1,285. The second greatest value Aiken apartment is the The Magnolia Townhome Model at Woodwinds starting at $1,375 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aiken apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rosewood at AikenThe Iris2BR,2BA$0.93
WoodwindsThe Magnolia Townhome3BR,2BA$1.10
Gatewood ApartmentsTriplecrown3BR,2BA$1.24
Laurens Street StationMeadow Model3BR,2BA$1.30
The Ashton2 Bedroom 2 Bath 10002BR,2BA$1.35
Viera AikenDerby2BR,2BA$1.27
Market Street Station ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.32
Verandas on the Green Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48
The Colony at South ParkThe Polo1BR,1BA$1.42
New London Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Getting Around Aiken, SC

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aiken Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aiken?

The cheapest apartment in Aiken is Springside Point and Springside Park which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Aiken costs $1,551.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Aiken?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 229 regular apartments in Aiken that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Aiken?

Cheap apartments in Aiken have an average cost of $246 which is $1,305 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aiken.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.