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The Enclave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Enclave

423 Lindsay RdClemson, SC 29631
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property at 203 Kelly Rd

203 Kelly Rd

ClemsonSC29631

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217 Cochran Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

217 Cochran Rd

217 Cochran RdClemson, SC 29631

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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Central, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at The Enclave priced from $625. The Retreat of Clemson in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Enclave3X2 West3BR,2BA$625
The Retreat of ClemsonFour Bedrooms4BR,4BA$695
The Den at Clemson East2X1 East Unfurnished2BR,1BA$735
The Kenyon at Cross CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$853
Heritage at RiverwoodTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, SC

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $0.47 price per square foot 4x4.5 Townhome - All Inclusive Model at Crawford Edge in the in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood starting from $865. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 3x3.5 Premium Model at The Collective at Clemson starting at $965 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crawford Edge4x4.5 Townhome - All Inclusive4BR,4.5BA$0.47
The Collective at Clemson3x3.5 Premium3BR,3.5BA$0.59
The Woodlands of Clemson3 Bedroom Garden3BR,3BA$0.38
Cambridge Creek Clemson3 Bedroom TH3BR,3.5BA$0.59
Issaqueena Village2br/1.5ba W/D Connections2BR,1.5BA$1.12
100 Regency at Clemson2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Tiger StationTwo Bedroom Cottage2BR,2.5BA$0.87
The Enclave2X1 West2BR,1BA$0.91
The Den at Clemson East2X1 East Unfurnished2BR,1BA$0.91
The Kenyon at Cross CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Getting Around Central, SC

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $853 at The Kenyon at Cross Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $735 at The Enclave.

What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Enclave and starts from $625.

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