
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central, SC from $300 (27 Rentals)
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186 University Village Dr

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303 Church St

Heritage at Riverwood

Hunters Glen

The Kenyon at Cross Creek
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216 Lacustrian Ln

118 Creekside Dr

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Cambridge Creek Court

505 Old Central Rd

503 Old Central Rd

414 Frontage Rd

201 Charleston Ave

131 Freedom Dr
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101 West Ln

The Retreat of Clemson

Studio Apartment at Cochran

311 Old Greenville Hwy

406 Old Central Rd

205 Kirk Ln
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150-1303 Ligon St

401 Greenville St

250 Elm St
Central, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Central Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $700 | $1,350 |
| Cheap Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $750 | $1,525 |
| Cheap Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $690 | $2,105 |
| Cheap Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $795 | $1,578 |
| Cheap Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $399 | $2,700 |
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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 Den at Clemson East priced from $630. Crawford Edge in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den at Clemson East | 3X2 East Unfurnished | 3BR,2BA | $630 |
| Crawford Edge | 3x4 Flat w/ Study Room | 3BR,4BA | $795 |
| 131 Freedom Dr | UNIT H | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,010 |
| Issaqueena Village | 2br/1.5ba W/D Connections | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, SC
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $0.30 price per square foot Cross Creek Model at Cross Creek in the starting from $495. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 3 Bedroom Garden Model at The Woodlands of Clemson starting at $600 with a $0.38 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek | Cross Creek | 4BR,4BA | $0.30 |
| The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Garden | 3BR,3BA | $0.38 |
| Crawford Edge | 3x4 Flat w/ Study Room | 3BR,4BA | $0.57 |
| Issaqueena Village | 2br/1.5ba W/D Connections | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Tiger Station | Two Bedroom Cottage | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.78 |
| The Enclave | 2X1 West | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The Den at Clemson East | 2X1 East Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 131 Freedom Dr | UNIT H | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 303 Church St | 303 Church St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
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 $749 at The Den at Clemson East.
What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Den at Clemson East and starts from $630.
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