
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gaston, SC from $400 (39 Rentals)
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145 Arrowpoint Dr

145 Arrowpoint Dr

145 Arrowpoint Dr

1515 Busbee Rd

Elm Creek Apartments

The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Riverbanks Retreat

Broadmoor Apartments
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Otarre Pointe

Avalon Place

Whispering Pines

505 B Ave

815 Raleigh St

Summer Cove
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Fountains of Edenwood

Lexington Place Apartments

Canalside Lofts

Thornhill Apartments

Granby Oaks Apartments

Cedarcrest Village

Reserve at Mill Landing

5th & Sloan

The Wilshire House
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Lauren Ridge Apartment Homes

Sola Station

Advenir at One Eleven

Brookland

Indigo at Brickworks

69 Lexington Dr

161 Kings Tree Acres Dr

6020 Edmund Hwy

Harbour Landing
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3100 Oweada Dr

1213 Summerland Dr

The Yards Townhomes
Gaston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gaston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $950 | $2,464 |
| Gaston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $796 | $2,240 |
| Gaston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $739 | $4,060 |
| Gaston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $649 | $2,997 |
| Gaston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $499 | $3,960 |
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Cheapest Available Gaston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gaston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Elm Creek Apartments in the Greater Aiken neighborhood priced from $796. Broadmoor Apartments in the West Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $796 |
| Broadmoor Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 650 Sq Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Serenity Apartments at West Columbia | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Avalon Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,074 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath-White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Fountains of Edenwood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Thornhill Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Granby Oaks Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaston, SC and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gaston area is the $1.66 price per square foot Sterling Model at Advenir at One Eleven in the in the West Columbia neighborhood starting from $2,338. The second greatest value Gaston apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Congaree Villas starting at $1,734 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Springdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advenir at One Eleven | Sterling | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Congaree Villas | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Redpoint Columbia | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Lauren Ridge Apartment Homes | The Gibson-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Thornhill Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Fountains of Edenwood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath-White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Elm Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Cayce Cove | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gaston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gaston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gaston is at Serenity Apartments at West Columbia listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaston Apartment is $796 at Elm Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gaston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gaston is starting from $899 at Elm Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gaston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gaston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elm Creek Apartments and starts from $1,086.
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