
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central, SC from $550 (29 Rentals)
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Heritage at Riverwood

Hunters Glen

The Kenyon at Cross Creek

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Issaqueena Village

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202 Kennemore St

118 Franklin Dr

Cambridge Creek Court

118 Creekside Dr

203 Kelly Rd, Unit CRAWFORD FALLS

Heritage Pointe Apartments

505 Old Central Rd
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503 Old Central Rd

207 Charleston Ave

1123 Harts Ridge Dr

The Retreat of Clemson

Studio Apartment at Cochran

200 Holliday Ln

311 Old Greenville Hwy
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912 Georgetown Rd

150-1303 Ligon St

833 Old Greenville Hwy

131 Freedom Dr

250 Elm St

1108 Tiger Blvd

911 Georgetown Rd
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220 Elm St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Central Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Cheap Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $795 | $1,725 |
| Cheap Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $690 | $1,992 |
| Cheap Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,235 | $675 | $1,555 |
| Cheap Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $550 | $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. Cambridge Creek Court in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. 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 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 3x3.5 | 3BR,3BA | $675 |
| Studio Apartment at Cochran | Studio Apartment Available at Cochran | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Crawford Edge | Furnished 3x4 Flat w/ Study Room | 3BR,4BA | $770 |
| Varsity Club | Student Housing | Merit | 3BR,3BA | $979 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,061 |
| Issaqueena Village | 2br/1.5ba W/D Connections | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Whitley | The Passage - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,269 |
| Rosewood at Clemson | The Burbank | 3BR,2BA | $1,525 |
| The One Clemson | Addison B | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, SC
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $0.36 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Garden (per bedroom) Model at Crawford Falls Apartments in the in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood starting from $690. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2x2.5 Model at Cambridge Creek Court starting at $965 with a $0.67 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crawford Falls Apartments | 4 Bedroom Garden (per bedroom) | 4BR,4BA | $0.36 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.67 |
| The Collective at Clemson | 2x2.5 Premium | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| Crawford Edge | Furnished 3x4 Flat w/ Study Room | 3BR,4BA | $0.55 |
| The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.43 |
| Clemson Edge | 2BD x 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| 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 |
| The Ridge Clemson | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
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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 $725 at Studio Apartment at Cochran.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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