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Elgin, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Samara East Apartments in the Dentsville neighborhood priced from $899. Deerfield Run Apartments in the Dentsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Samara East ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$899
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$925
Hunter's Green2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$950
The Paddock Club11A1BR,1BA$971
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, SC and Nearby

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3X2 1222-1300 Model at Sage Pointe in the in the Leesburg neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3BR / 2BA Model at Briar Grove Apartment Homes starting at $1,475 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Leesburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sage Pointe3X2 1222-13003BR,2BA$1.04
Briar Grove Apartment Homes3BR / 2BA3BR,2BA$1.21
Hunter's Green3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.00
Polo VillageAshley2BR,2BA$1.26
Arbors at Windsor Lake ApartmentsMagnolia3BR,2BA$1.12
Vantage at WildewoodB1 - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.26
Gable Hill Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.26
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.93
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.06
The Paddock Club11A1BR,1BA$1.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Elgin, SC

Ranked #63

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Elgin, SC

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elgin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elgin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elgin is at Samara East Apartments listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment is $899 at Samara East Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is starting from $925 at Deerfield Run Apartments.

What is the most affordable Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Samara East Apartments and starts from $1,099.

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