
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Irmo, SC from $700 (43 Rentals)
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Heights at Lake Murray

105 Fallsbury Rd

237 Trinity Three Rd

317 Friarsgate Blvd

337 N Royal Tower Dr

Cypress Run

Autumn Ridge
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Retreat at St. Andrews

Brook Pines

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Avenue at Harbison

Waters At Berryhill

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Pine Grove Apartments
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Creekside Apartments

Alera West

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Landmark of Columbia

Crestmont Apartments

Ashland Commons

Waters Edge at Harbison
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264 Piney Grove Rd

Wellspring Apartments

Grandview at Lake Murray

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813 Seton Rd

The Legends at Lake Murray

6 Forestgrove Ct

Raintree II
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Vue at St. Andrews

Harbison Gardens

Lory of Harbison

405 Harbison Blvd

240 Jamil Rd

846 Piney

292 Outrigger Ln, Unit 292, Unit 292

292 Outrigger Ln
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5227 Bush River Rd

341 Rutledge Pl

6 Forestgrove Ct
Irmo, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Irmo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irmo Studio Apartments | $1,080 | $749 | $2,489 |
| Irmo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $835 | $2,275 |
| Irmo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $986 | $2,740 |
| Irmo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,080 | $2,765 |
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Cheapest Available Irmo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Irmo, SC is a Studio unit found at Cypress Run in the Riverside Forest neighborhood priced from $749. Autumn Ridge in the Pine Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Irmo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Run | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Autumn Ridge | 1 Bed 1 BathAutumn Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Retreat at St. Andrews | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Woodland Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BathWoodland Village Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Richland Terrace Apartments | The Florence | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Avenue at Harbison | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Waters At Berryhill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Ovation @3500 | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,010 |
| Creekside Apartments | 1/1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Irmo, SC
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Irmo area is the $1.12 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Deluxe Model at Gleneagle Apartment Homes in the in the Irmo neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Irmo apartment is the C1 Model at Retreat at St. Andrews starting at $1,299 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Pine Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Irmo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gleneagle Apartment Homes | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Retreat at St. Andrews | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Vue at St. Andrews | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Ashland Commons | The Mahogany | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Woodland Village Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BathWoodland Village Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Lory of Harbison | Birchwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Ovation @3500 | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Waters At Berryhill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Richland Terrace Apartments | The Lexington | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Irmo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Irmo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Irmo is at Cypress Run listed at $749.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Irmo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Irmo Apartment is $835 at Autumn Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Irmo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Irmo is starting from $1,010 at Pine Grove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Irmo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Irmo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Retreat at St. Andrews and starts from $1,299.
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