Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Aiken Neighborhood of Aiken, SC from $500 (6 Rentals)

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Palmetto Crossing
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Crossing

1024 Owens StAiken, SC 29803
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glendale Terrace

1223 York St NEAiken, SC 29801
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Downtown Aiken, Aiken, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Aiken Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Aiken area of Aiken, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Springside Point and Springside Park priced from $900. New London Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,029. Here are the most affordable Downtown Aiken apartments for rent in Aiken, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springside Point and Springside ParkTwo Bed Flat2BR,1BA$900
New London Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,029
Colony at South ParkThe Polo1BR,1BA$1,039

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Aiken, SC

As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Aiken apartment is the Magnolia Model at Woodwinds starting at $1,338 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Aiken apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rosewood at AikenThe Dahlia3BR,2BA$1.00
WoodwindsMagnolia3BR,2BA$1.07
The Huntley Apartment HomesThe Huntley 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome3BR,2BA$1.30
Preserve at Lauren’s Creek3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.35
Gatewood ApartmentsSteeple2BR,2.5BA$1.14
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$1.36
Colony at South ParkPolo1BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Aiken Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Aiken?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Aiken is Springside Point and Springside Park which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Downtown Aiken costs $6,074.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 9 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Aiken?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Aiken have an average cost of $169 which is $5,905 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Aiken.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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!