Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC from $700 (36 Rentals)

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Palmetto Circle
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Circle

1200 W Martintown RdNorth Augusta, SC 29841
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Saluda Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saluda Commons

600-602 N Wise RdSaluda, SC 29138
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Rivers Edge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rivers Edge

530 E Buena Vista AveNorth Augusta, SC 29841

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Cheapest Available Johnston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Archer Crossing in the Greater Aiken neighborhood priced from $888. Crossroads Market Apartments in the East Augusta neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer Crossing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$888
Crossroads Market ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$890
Springside Point and Springside ParkTwo Bed Flat2BR,1BA$900
Lory of AugustaA21BR,1BA$930
Plaza Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$955
Savannah Oaks Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$955
Whispering Woods Apartments**Available NOW* 2BD 1.5BA Apartments!2BR,1BA$960
Brickton PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
The Vista Apartments & TownhomesThe WarblerStudio,1BA$1,026
New London Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,029

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC and Nearby

As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.08 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Brickton Place in the in the East Augusta neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovated Model at The Glen at Alexander Apartments starting at $1,444 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Ridgecrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brickton PlaceTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.08
The Glen at Alexander Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.23
WoodwindsPine2BR,2.5BA$1.12
Viera AikenBelmont3BR,2BA$1.26
The SummitsThe Blue Ridge2BR,2BA$1.12
Gatewood ApartmentsSteeple2BR,2.5BA$1.14
Laurens Street StationMeadow Model3BR,2BA$1.30
Whispering Woods Apartments**Available NOW* 2BD 1.5BA Apartments!2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Rivers EdgeB12BR,1BA$1.21
Crossroads Market ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Johnston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Johnston is at Archer Crossing listed at $975.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Apartment is $888 at Archer Crossing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnston is starting from $900 at Springside Point and Springside Park.

What is the most affordable Johnston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Johnston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes and starts from $1,242.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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