
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chapin, SC from $835 (51 Rentals)
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357 Firebridge Dr

126 Fair Haven Way

1019 State Rd S-40-621

172 Firebridge Dr

Autumn Ridge

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Retreat at St. Andrews

Brook Pines

Crestmont Apartments

Avenue at Harbison
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Ovation @3500

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Heights at Lake Murray

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Residence at Marina Bay

Station at Lake Murray

229 Southampton Dr

436 N Royal Tower Dr

13 Walnut Grove Way
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Clemons Greene

Vue at St. Andrews

Harbison Gardens

Alera West

657 Cornerstone Cir

136 Elstow Rd

106 Parlock Cir

1423 Chadford Rd

246 Shoreline Dr

14 Low Hill Ln
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Chapin, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chapin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $835 | $2,060 |
| Chapin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $931 | $2,670 |
| Chapin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,080 | $2,645 |
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Cheapest Available Chapin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chapin, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Autumn Ridge in the Riverside Forest neighborhood priced from $835. Retreat at St. Andrews in the Riverside Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chapin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Ridge | 1 Bed 1 BathAutumn Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Retreat at St. Andrews | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Crestmont Apartments | The Stafford | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Avenue at Harbison | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $927 |
| Brook Pines | Orchid View | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Ovation @3500 | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Clemons Greene | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1,013 |
| Creekside Apartments | 1/1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Ashland Commons | The Mahogany | 2BR,2BA | $1,089 |
| Landmark of Columbia | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chapin, SC and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chapin area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Pine Grove Apartments in the in the Irmo neighborhood starting from $1,335. The second greatest value Chapin apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Renovated Model at Gleneagle Apartment Homes starting at $1,316 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Irmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chapin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Gleneagle Apartment Homes | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Retreat at St. Andrews | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Summer Cove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Thornhill Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Alera West | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Wellspring Apartments | Charleston 2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Ashland Commons | The Mahogany | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Clemons Greene | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Ovation @3500 | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chapin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chapin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chapin Apartment is $835 at Autumn Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chapin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chapin is starting from $1,013 at Clemons Greene.
What is the most affordable Chapin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chapin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Clemons Greene and starts from $1,139.
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