
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Johnston, SC from $700 (45 Rentals)
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The Vista Apartments & Townhomes

Archer Crossing

The Boundary at Silver Bluff

Crossroads Market Apartments

Georgetown Villas

Savannah Ridge

Pine Crest Apartments

Savannah Oaks Apartments
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Plaza Place Apartments

Whispering Woods Apartments

Weller's Ridge

Brickton Place

Lory of Augusta

Village at Willow Lake

New London Apartments

Preserve at Laurens Creek

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Market Street Station Apartments

Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes

Woodwinds

Colony at South Park

Laurens Street Station

Viera Aiken

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The Canter

The Summits

The Parker North Augusta
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Palisades at Langley Pond

The Ashton

Gatewood Apartments

LEO at Augusta Commons- Single Family Rental

The Parker Aiken

Havenwood Camellia (Senior, 55+)

134 Oakwood Dr

Saluda Commons

Rivers Edge
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1507 Aldrich St NE

114 Joshua Ln

140 Weaver St

108 Wallace Green St

722 Lime Ln

1147 Cornish St NE

778 Vincent Ave NE

8076 Pamlico Ave NW

138 Brow Tine Ct
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Johnston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Studio Apartments | $1,242 | $876 | $1,563 |
| Johnston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $850 | $2,006 |
| Johnston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $945 | $2,855 |
| Johnston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $1,100 | $3,207 |
| Johnston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $2,099 | $2,780 |
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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 Springside Point and Springside Park in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood priced from $850. Archer Crossing in the Greater Aiken neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $888. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springside Point and Springside Park | One Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Archer Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $888 |
| Crossroads Market Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Pine Crest Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Savannah Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Vista Apartments & Townhomes | The Hummingbird | Studio,1BA | $906 |
| Plaza Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Savannah Oaks Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Whispering Woods Apartments | Spacious 2BR in North Augusta — Only $960 + Fla... | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
| Brickton Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC and Nearby
As of July 12, 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 Pine Model at Woodwinds starting at $1,253 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brickton Place | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Woodwinds | Pine | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| The Summits | The Blue Ridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| The Boundary at Silver Bluff | Langley | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Viera Aiken | Derby | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Pine Crest Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Whispering Woods Apartments | Spacious 2BR in North Augusta — Only $960 + Fla... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Rivers Edge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Savannah Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Crossroads Market Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,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 The Vista Apartments & Townhomes listed at $906.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Apartment is $850 at Springside Point and Springside Park.
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 $960 at Whispering Woods Apartments.
What is the most affordable Johnston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Savannah Ridge and starts from $1,199.
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