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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 2 Beds unit found at Aria Lake Carolina in the The Summit neighborhood priced from $799. The Paddock Club in the Leesburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $869. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aria Lake Carolina2 Bedrooms 2 Baths2BR,2BA$799
The Paddock Club1 Bed, 1 Bath A (50% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$869
Colonel Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$873
Lexington Grand2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$879
Silver Station2 x 22BR,2BA$911

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, SC and Nearby

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.14 price per square foot C2 Model at Providence Park in the in the Dentsville neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Killian Terrace Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Spring Valley 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.
Providence ParkC23BR,2BA$1.14
Killian Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.90
Hunter's Green3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.00
Sage Pointe2X2 1040-11182BR,2BA$1.05
Silver Station2 x 22BR,2BA$0.86
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.00
Gable Hill Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.11
Aria Lake Carolina1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.92
Lexington Grand2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Colonel Bluffs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elgin

What type of rentals are currently available in Elgin?

There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Elgin, SC with pricing that ranges from $787 to $4,263. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elgin ranging from $1,100 to $3,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elgin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elgin ranges from $1,100 to $3,195 with an average monthly rent of $2,023.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elgin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elgin range from $1,075 to $4,263, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,299.

Expert Rental Resources

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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.