
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cayce, SC from $401 (92 Rentals)
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617 Lexington Ave

1800 Helen Ct

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Westwood Manufactured Housing Community

610 Poplar St

7 Londonderry Square

16 Londonderry Square
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630 Oakland Ave

1044 Charlotte St

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Siegel Select Columbia

The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Claire Tower

Elmwood Lofts

114 Villa Ct
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The Dylan

Rosewood Gardens

820-822 S Bonham Rd

Riverbanks Retreat

Acasa Vista Towers

3702 Live Oak St

925 Glenn St
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1713 Crapps Ave

Stone Ridge Apartments

230 S Gregg St

Main Street Living

1219 Elmwood Ave

999 Seminole Dr

815 Raleigh St

505 B Ave

1321 Lofts

629 Kentucky St, Unit B
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1215 Elmwood Ave

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The Carolinian

1113 Olympia Ave

3602 Rose Dr

3028 Richfield Dr

622 Kentucky St

1415 Augusta Rd

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Cayce, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cayce?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cayce Studio Apartments | $1,357 | $401 | $2,416 |
| Cheap Cayce 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $828 | $2,211 |
| Cheap Cayce 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $450 | $3,594 |
| Cheap Cayce 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $649 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Cayce 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $460 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Cayce Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cayce, SC is a Studio unit found at Siegel Select Columbia in the Skyland Estates neighborhood priced from $401. 21 Oaks in the Arthurtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cayce apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio,1BA | $401 |
| 21 Oaks | D1 - Premium | 4BR,2BA | $680 |
| Claire Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Elmwood Lofts | 55+ Income-Restricted Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Broadmoor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 650 Sq Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Dylan | D-80% studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Acasa Vista Towers | 1X1CT | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Berry Building | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cayce, SC
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cayce area is the $0.59 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Redpoint Columbia in the in the Knollwood neighborhood starting from $749. The second greatest value Cayce apartment is the Three Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,490 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Springdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cayce apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redpoint Columbia | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 21 Oaks | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.74 |
| Hub Columbia | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Plowden Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Riverbanks Retreat | 2/1.5R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Cayce Cove | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Siegel Select Columbia | Studio - Weekly Rate | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cayce Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cayce?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cayce is at Siegel Select Columbia listed at $401.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cayce Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cayce Apartment is $869 at Otarre Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cayce Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cayce is starting from $450 at Siegel Select Columbia.
What is the most affordable Cayce Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cayce Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hub Columbia and starts from $1,129.
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