Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clemson Neighborhood of Clemson, SC from $500 (4 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Clemson area of Clemson.

Heritage Pointe Apartments
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Top of the Hill at 806 College Ave
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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 |
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Downtown Clemson Studio Apartments | $1,690 | $1,510 | $1,750 |
Downtown Clemson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $750 | $1,950 |
Downtown Clemson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $625 | $5,162 |
Downtown Clemson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $595 | $1,805 |
Downtown Clemson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $525 | $1,860 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Clemson Neighborhood of Clemson, SC.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clemson, SC
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clemson area is the $0.37 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Garden (per bedroom) Model at Crawford Falls Apartments in the in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Downtown Clemson apartment is the 4x4.5 Townhome - All Inclusive Model at Crawford Edge starting at $785 with a $0.43 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. |
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Crawford Falls Apartments | 4 Bedroom Garden (per bedroom) | 4BR,4BA | $0.37 |
Crawford Edge | 4x4.5 Townhome - All Inclusive | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.43 |
The Collective at Clemson | 3x3.5 Premium | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.59 |
Cambridge Creek Clemson | 3 Bedroom TH | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.59 |
4 bed/4 bath Off-Campus Apartments | Charming 4 Bedroom/4 Bathroom Apartments - Now ... | 4BR,4BA | $0.39 |
The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.43 |
Clemson Village | Three bedroom - Per Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.67 |
Hart's Cove | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.49 |
100 Regency at Clemson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.47 |
Vintages at Clemson | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Clemson Neighborhood in Clemson, SC
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clemson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Clemson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Clemson is under $1,915.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Clemson?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Clemson is Riverbank Commons which is listed at $850, 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 72 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 $1,047 which is $703 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Clemson.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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