
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aiken, SC from $500 (42 Rentals)
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Springside Point and Springside Park

The Boundary at Silver Bluff

New London Apartments

618 Yates St NE

Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes

512 Hampton Ave NW

Preserve at Laurens Creek
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Woodwinds

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The Canter

953 Dexter St NE

Laurens Street Station

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Colony at South Park

Viera Aiken
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14 Camp Marie Dr

1007 Evans Rd

The Ashton

Palmetto Crossing

Glendale Terrace

539 Coconut Cir

106 Courtillians Rd

13 T&S Dr
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140 Courtillians Rd

1066 Reynolds Pond Rd

1546 Hamilton Dr

1507 Aldrich St NE

108 Wallace Green St

319 Laurens St SW

Rosewood at Aiken

14 Landview Ct
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722 Lime Ln

208 Satomi Way

441 Willow Run Rd

146 W Wind Dr

135 W Wind Dr

131 W Wind Dr

1405 Wyman St NE

1147 Cornish St NE
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Archer Crossing

Aiken Grand Apartments
Aiken, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aiken?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Aiken Studio Apartments | $1,392 | $975 | $1,548 |
| Cheap Aiken 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $850 | $2,006 |
| Cheap Aiken 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $584 | $2,855 |
| Cheap Aiken 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,100 | $2,590 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Aiken, SC
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Aiken, SC area range in price from $650 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $1,615. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Aiken Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Aiken | $1,600 | $650 | 522 |
| Downtown Aiken | $1,740 | $1,050 | 63 |
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. The Boundary at Silver Bluff in the Downtown 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 |
| The Boundary at Silver Bluff | Holley | 1BR,1BA | $888 |
| Archer Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $888 |
| New London Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Preserve at Laurens Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1,075 |
| Woodwinds | Poplar | 2BR,2BA | $1,083 |
| Laurens Street Station | Crest Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Market Street Station Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Colony at South Park | Steeplechase | 2BR,2BA | $1,193 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aiken, SC
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aiken area is the $0.83 price per square foot 126 Glenwood Dr Model at 126 Glenwood Dr, Unit 126 Glenwood Drive in the in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Aiken apartment is the Maple Model at Woodwinds starting at $1,339 with a $1.08 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 126 Glenwood Dr, Unit 126 Glenwood Drive | 126 Glenwood Dr | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Woodwinds | Maple | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Gatewood Apartments | Triplecrown | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Preserve at Laurens Creek | The Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Laurens Street Station | Meadow Model | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Viera Aiken | Derby | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Colony at South Park | Steeplechase | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| New London Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Boundary at Silver Bluff | Holley | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aiken Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Aiken?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Aiken is at Archer Crossing listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aiken Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aiken Apartment is $850 at Springside Point and Springside Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aiken Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aiken is starting from $1,050 at Archer Crossing.
What is the most affordable Aiken Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Aiken Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Boundary at Silver Bluff and starts from $1,221.
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