
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC from $700 (46 Rentals)
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Archer Crossing

The Boundary at Silver Bluff

Crossroads Market Apartments

Georgetown Villas

Savannah Ridge

Pine Crest Apartments

Savannah Oaks Apartments

Plaza Place Apartments
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Whispering Woods Apartments

Weller's Ridge

Brickton Place

The Vista Apartments & Townhomes

Lory of Augusta

Village at Willow Lake

New London Apartments

The Huntley Apartment Homes

Preserve at Laurens Creek
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Colony at South Park

Woodwinds

Viera Aiken

Laurens Street Station

Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes

Market Street Station Apartments

The Summits

The Parker North Augusta

The Ashton
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Palisades at Langley Pond

Gatewood Apartments

Havenwood Camellia (Senior, 55+)

353 Old Ln

134 Oakwood Dr

Saluda Commons

152 Courtillians Rd

1507 Aldrich St NE

8016 Kiwi Ct
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215 Wadley Dr

162 Sunnybrooke Rd

Rivers Edge

641 Yates St NE

114 Joshua Ln

302 E Columbia Ave

140 Weaver St

108 Wallace Green St

722 Lime Ln
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1147 Cornish St NE
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 | $1,195 | $975 | $1,324 |
| Johnston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $850 | $1,945 |
| Johnston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $945 | $2,855 |
| Johnston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $1,198 | $3,103 |
| Johnston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $2,199 | $2,930 |
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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 |
| Pine Crest Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Savannah Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 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 |
| Village at Willow Lake | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,022 |
| New London Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.02 price per square foot Oregano Model at Covey Homes Midsomer in the in the Greater Aiken neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Brickton Place starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the East Augusta 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covey Homes Midsomer | Oregano | 5BR,3BA | $1.02 |
| Brickton Place | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Woodwinds | Pine | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| The Summits | The Blue Ridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| The Boundary at Silver Bluff | Langley | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Verandas on the Green Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 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 |
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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 $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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