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Johnston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Johnston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer Crossing in the Greater Aiken neighborhood priced from $825. Springside Point and Springside Park in the Downtown Aiken neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$825
Springside Point and Springside ParkTwo Bed Flat2BR,1BA$900
Savannah Oaks1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$925
Plaza Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$935
Whispering Woods Apartments**Waitlist** 2BD 1.5BA Apartment2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC and Nearby

As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnston area is the $1.16 price per square foot Lavender Model at Covey Homes Sweetwater in the in the Greater Aiken neighborhood starting from $1,910. The second greatest value Johnston apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath - Renovated Model at The Glen at Alexander Apartments starting at $1,686 with a $1.25 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.
Covey Homes SweetwaterLavender3BR,2.5BA$1.16
The Glen at Alexander Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath - Renovated3BR,2BA$1.25
Haven at Market Street StationThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.25
Brickton PlaceTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.04
WoodwindsThe Pine Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.11
The Summits Apartment Homes2 Bedroom / 2 Bath (B1)2BR,2BA$1.31
Verandas on the Green Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.19
Whispering Woods Apartments**Waitlist** 2BD 1.5BA Apartment2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Rivers EdgeB12BR,1BA$1.21
Lory of AugustaA21BR,1BA$1.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Johnston

What type of rentals are currently available in Johnston?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Johnston, SC with pricing that ranges from $825 to $5,578. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnston ranging from $995 to $5,595.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Johnston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnston ranges from $995 to $5,595 with an average monthly rent of $2,231.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Johnston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnston range from $1,200 to $3,145, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,330 to $5,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,250.

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