
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Greenville, SC from $300 (168 Rentals)
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Rutherford House

Crescent Landing

Springwood Apartments

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120 Atwood St, Unit 7

Pelham

Vista West I (Westgate)

Pelham Village

Lakeside Place

Vista West II
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Laurel Oaks Apartments

Pelham Place North

Eagle Trace Apartments

Andover Park Apartments

Hunting Ridge Apartments

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North Point Flats

The Wade

Overlook Apartments

Stonesthrow Apartment Homes

The Alston
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Stratford Apartments

Carolina Crossing

Magnolia Place Apartments

Azalea Place Apartments

Hampton Avenue Apartments

Element At East North

Stoneledge Plantation Apartments

Parker at Cone

The Paragon

Pelham Place South
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MAA Haywood

Berkley Pointe Apartments

Mulberry Court Apartments

Roper Mountain Woods Apartments

Augusta Road Apartments

Park at Sondrio

The Fairway Club Apartments

MAA Howell Commons

Century Plaza Apartments

Gleneagle Apartments
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The Haywood

Rocky Creek Apartments

Ashton Woods

The Bristol Apartments

Jamestown Pointe Apartments

Laurel Woods Apartments

Cherokee Landing

Woodstream Farms Apartments

The Victor Verdae

1109 Hampton Ave Ext
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Greenville, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greenville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Greenville Studio Apartments | $1,478 | $763 | $3,089 |
| Cheap Greenville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $725 | $6,479 |
| Cheap Greenville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $884 | $4,490 |
| Cheap Greenville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $1,018 | $6,332 |
| Cheap Greenville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $1,531 | $3,275 |
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Greenville, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Greenville, SC
Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Greenville, SC area range in price from $700 to $7,500 with an overall median price of $2,817. The three Greenville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Shemwood Crossing at $1,195, Pleasant Valley at $1,195, and Pleasantburg at $1,135. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Greenville Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shemwood Crossing | $1,325 | $1,195 | 3 |
| Pleasant Valley | $2,195 | $1,195 | 8 |
| Pleasantburg | $2,199 | $1,135 | 25 |
| Outer Greenville Gantt | $2,229 | $1,025 | 97 |
| East Downtown | $2,325 | $1,450 | 4 |
| Rogers Mill | $2,435 | $940 | 21 |
| Berea | $2,650 | $1,000 | 23 |
| White Horse | $2,700 | $745 | 63 |
| Bryson Meadows | $2,749 | $1,275 | 35 |
| Fairview Meadows | $2,749 | $1,275 | 34 |
Cheapest Available Greenville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Greenville, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Park at Uptown and Downtown in the N Outer Greenville Berea neighborhood priced from $720. Rutherford House in the N Outer Greenville Berea neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Greenville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park at Uptown and Downtown | Uptown - One Bedroom, One Bathoom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Rutherford House | Room for Rent | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Olii Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| 326 Loop St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Pelham | Citrine | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Vista West I (Westgate) | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| Pelham Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Vista West II | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenville, SC
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greenville area is the $1.01 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Rocky Creek Apartments in the in the Outer Greenville Mauldin neighborhood starting from $1,370. The second greatest value Greenville apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Jamestown Pointe Apartments starting at $1,418 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Outer Greenville Mauldin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greenville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Jamestown Pointe Apartments | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Avalon Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Westchester Townhomes | Kent | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Pelham Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Park at Uptown and Downtown | Downtown - Two Bedroom, One Bathoom | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Gateway at the Green | Green 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Crescent Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Kensington Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Olii Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Greenville Overview
Though it has a humble name, Greenville is far from humble. It’s a part of South Carolina’s third largest urban area, and it is also the fastest growing, probably due to an influx of manufacturing jobs from companies like Michelin and AVX Corporation. Greenville is certainly a city to watch out for, so now’s the time to start looking for apartments in Greenville. It’s especially booming for young people—a surprisingly high proportion of Greenville residents are single young adults who are upwardly mobile. Greenville is a great place to live, not only because of the job prospects, but because it’s also in one of the most beautiful parts of South Carolina.
Why live in Greenville, SC?
Living in apartments in Greenville gives you the opportunity to live the city life while surrounded by beautiful countryside in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s not only a beautiful and pleasant place to live, though, it’s also a smart city. Almost 42% of adults have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is double the national average. Perhaps because of the high degree of education, the citizens of Greenville make a good living, for the most part. At about $31,000, the income per capita is very high for a city in South Carolina. Living in Greenville is not just pleasant—it might also be prosperous.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greenville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greenville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greenville is at Ravenwood Apartments listed at $820.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenville Apartment is $705 at Ashton Woods.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greenville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greenville is starting from $749 at 326 Loop St.
What is the most affordable Greenville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Greenville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Olii Place Apartments and starts from $1,018.
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