
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clemson Neighborhood of Clemson, SC from $400 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Clemson area of Clemson.


Top of the Hill at 806 College Ave

Heritage Pointe Apartments

College Town Suites

Riverbank Commons

Cambridge Creek Court

306 Crawford Ct
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131 Freedom Dr

1108 Tiger Blvd

Moda Clemson

220 Calhoun St

247 N Clemson Ave

Hunters Glen

Issaqueena Village
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Downtown Clemson, Clemson, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Clemson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Clemson Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,510 | $1,775 |
| Downtown Clemson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $795 | $1,955 |
| Downtown Clemson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $699 | $1,798 |
| Downtown Clemson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $599 | $2,838 |
| Downtown Clemson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $425 | $1,860 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Clemson Neighborhood of Clemson, SC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Clemson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Clemson area of Clemson, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at The Den at Clemson East priced from $630. College Town Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clemson apartments for rent in Clemson, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den at Clemson East | 3X2 East Unfurnished | 3BR,2BA | $630 |
| College Town Suites | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 3x3.5 | 3BR,3BA | $850 |
| Riverbank Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The One Clemson | Edgewood - Unfurnished | 5BR,5BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clemson, SC
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clemson 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 Downtown Clemson 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 Downtown Clemson 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 |
| 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 |
| 4 bed/4 bath Off-Campus Apartments | Charming 4 Bedroom/4 Bathroom Apartments | 4BR,4BA | $0.35 |
| Crawford Edge | 4x4 Flats - All Inclusive | 4BR,4BA | $0.50 |
| Oakcreste | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.82 |
| Issaqueena Village | 2br/1.5ba W/D Connections | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| 864 Clemson | Farmhouse - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.88 |
| The Den at Clemson East | 2X1 East Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clemson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Clemson?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Clemson is College Town Suites which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Downtown Clemson costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Clemson?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 69 regular apartments in Downtown Clemson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Clemson?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Clemson have an average cost of $1,126 which is $624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Clemson.
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