
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Greenville, SC from $300 (170 Rentals)
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The Park at Uptown and Downtown

Rutherford House

Crescent Landing

Mulberry Court Apartments

Springwood Apartments

Vista West I (Westgate)

409 Lily St

Pelham Village

The Paragon
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120 Atwood St, Unit 7

Pelham

Vista West II

Laurel Oaks Apartments

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Eagle Trace Apartments

Andover Park Apartments

Stonesthrow Apartment Homes

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North Pointe Flats
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MAA Howell Commons

Lakeside Place

The Wade

Overlook Apartments

Roper Mountain Woods Apartments

Stratford Apartments

Carolina Crossing

Magnolia Place Apartments

Azalea Place Apartments

Element At East North
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Avalon Apartments

Parker at Cone

Pelham Place South

Woodwinds

Berkley Pointe Apartments

Plantations at Haywood

Augusta Road Apartments

Park at Sondrio

The Fairway Club Apartments

8 Wallace St
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The Haywood

Century Plaza Apartments

Gleneagle Apartments

Rocky Creek Apartments

Laurel Woods Apartments

The Bristol Apartments

Sorrento Apartment Homes

Toscana Apartment Homes

Cherokee Landing

Hampton Avenue Apartments
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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 | $1,542 | $763 | $3,089 |
| Cheap Greenville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $725 | $4,513 |
| Cheap Greenville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $399 | $4,413 |
| Cheap Greenville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $499 | $7,195 |
| Cheap Greenville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $1,531 | $3,495 |
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Greenville, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Greenville, SC
Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Greenville, SC area range in price from $745 to $7,500 with an overall median price of $2,799. The three Greenville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Downtown at $1,950, Rogers Mill at $980, and Pleasant Valley at $1,345. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Downtown | $1,950 | $1,950 | 1 |
| Rogers Mill | $2,045 | $980 | 8 |
| Pleasant Valley | $2,197 | $1,345 | 3 |
| Berea | $2,299 | $1,100 | 9 |
| Outer Greenville Gantt | $2,359 | $895 | 69 |
| Maple Grove | $2,425 | $1,200 | 44 |
| Pleasantburg | $2,427 | $1,200 | 16 |
| North Greenville | $2,512 | $800 | 49 |
| North Main Area | $2,600 | $800 | 24 |
| Cotton Street Area | $2,650 | $800 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Greenville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Greenville, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Stratham Place Apartments in the N Outer Greenville Berea neighborhood priced from $399. The Park at Uptown and Downtown in the N Outer Greenville Berea neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Greenville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratham Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $399 |
| The Park at Uptown and Downtown | Uptown - One Bedroom, One Bathoom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Rutherford House | Room for Rent | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 326 Loop St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Springwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Vista West I (Westgate) | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Pelham Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Overbrook Place | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Pelham | Citrine | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Vista West II | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenville, SC
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greenville area is the $0.97 price per square foot C2 - The Hampton Model at Ashmore Bridge Estates Apartment Homes in the in the Maple Grove neighborhood starting from $1,497. The second greatest value Greenville apartment is the Cheshire Model at Westchester Townhomes starting at $1,432 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the N Outer Greenville Berea 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashmore Bridge Estates Apartment Homes | C2 - The Hampton | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
| Westchester Townhomes | Cheshire | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Rocky Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Avalon Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| 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 |
| The Park at Uptown and Downtown | Uptown - One Bedroom, One Bathoom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Lakeside Place | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Stratham Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
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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 Andover Park Apartments listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenville Apartment is $720 at The Park at Uptown and Downtown.
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 $399 at Stratham Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Greenville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Greenville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stratham Place Apartments and starts from $499.
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