
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central, SC from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Heritage at Riverwood

301 Eaton St

Hunters Glen

The Kenyon at Cross Creek

Issaqueena Village

128 University Village Dr
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221 Campus Dr

Appletree Apartments

403 College St

Cascades Pointe at Clemson | Townhomes

216 Lacustrian Ln

118 Creekside Dr

203 Kelly Rd
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Heritage Pointe Apartments

Cambridge Creek Court

505 Old Central Rd

503 Old Central Rd

131 Freedom Dr

201 Charleston Ave

101 West Ln
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The Retreat of Clemson

Studio Apartment at Cochran

205 Kirk Ln

311 Old Greenville Hwy

150-1303 Ligon St

220 Calhoun St

401 Greenville St
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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 | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Cheap Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $795 | $1,525 |
| Cheap Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $715 | $2,295 |
| Cheap Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $750 | $1,800 |
| Cheap Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $500 | $3,148 |
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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 $850. 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 | $850 |
| The One Clemson | Edgewood - Unfurnished | 5BR,5BA | $920 |
| 131 Freedom Dr | UNIT B | 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 |
| The Whitley | The Exchange - Classic | 3BR,2BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, SC
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $0.36 price per square foot 5x5.5 Corner Premium Model at The Collective at Clemson in the in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Central apartment is the Cross Creek Model at Cross Creek starting at $495 with a $0.30 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Collective at Clemson | 5x5.5 Corner Premium | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.36 |
| Cross Creek | Cross Creek | 4BR,4BA | $0.30 |
| The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Garden | 3BR,3BA | $0.38 |
| Clemson Edge | 4BD x 4BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.39 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.68 |
| The One Clemson | Boulevard - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.91 |
| 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 | $0.95 |
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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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