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The Boundary at Silver Bluff

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aiken?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Aiken Studio Apartments | $975 | $975 | $975 |
| Cheap Aiken 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $850 | $2,177 |
| Cheap Aiken 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $875 | $2,855 |
| Cheap Aiken 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $1,260 | $2,370 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Aiken, SC
Pricing Updated: 03/24/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Aiken | $1,442 | $850 | 98 |
| Greater Aiken | $2,449 | $401 | 1219 |
Cheapest Available Aiken Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aiken, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Springside Point and Springside Park in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood priced from $850. Archer Crossing in the Greater Aiken neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $888. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aiken apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springside Point and Springside Park | One Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Archer Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $888 |
| New London Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aiken, SC
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aiken area is the $1.00 price per square foot The Dahlia Model at Rosewood at Aiken in the in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Aiken apartment is the Pine Model at Woodwinds starting at $1,297 with a $1.12 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood at Aiken | The Dahlia | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Woodwinds | Pine | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Preserve at Laurens Creek | The Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Boundary at Silver Bluff | Langley | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Laurens Street Station | Meadow Model | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| The Ashton | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Gatewood Apartments | Harness | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Viera Aiken | Derby | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Huntley Apartment Homes | The Huntley 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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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 $850, while the average apartment in Aiken costs $1,945.
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 232 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 $245 which is $1,700 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aiken.
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