
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clemson Neighborhood of Clemson, SC from $400 (7 Rentals)
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View at Blue Ridge

Top of the Hill at 806 College Ave
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Heritage Pointe Apartments

College Town Suites

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433 Harts Cove Way, Unit Harts Cove Female Student Rental
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122 Harts Cove Way
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 | $1,596 | $725 | $1,775 |
| Downtown Clemson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $650 | $1,955 |
| Downtown Clemson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $865 | $1,798 |
| Downtown Clemson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $600 | $1,475 |
| Downtown Clemson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,056 | $400 | $1,860 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 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 Studio unit found at View at Blue Ridge priced from $725. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| View at Blue Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| College Town Suites | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 3x3.5 | 3BR,3BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clemson, SC
As of June 20, 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 |
| The One Clemson | Boulevard - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.91 |
| Oakcreste | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.82 |
| 864 Clemson | Farmhouse - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.88 |
| Clemson Lofts | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Tiger Station | Two Bedroom Cottage | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.78 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clemson Apartments
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 41 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 $1,090 which is $660 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Clemson.
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