Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake City, SC from $400 (42 Rentals)

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Lake City
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lake City

220 Kelley StLake City, SC 29560
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Palmetto Frond
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Frond

304 Frond CirLake City, SC 29560
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Marion Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marion Commons

154 Lance AveLake City, SC 29560
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Bentree Apartments
$950 - $1,340
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Bentree Apartments

200 Bentree LnFlorence, SC 29501
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Oaks at Florence
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$965 - $1,236
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Oaks at Florence

318 1/2 Royal StFlorence, SC 29506
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Pace Magnolia
Studio Apartments

Pace Magnolia

3932 W Palmetto StFlorence, SC 29501
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730 S Dargan St
2 Bedroom Apartments

730 S Dargan St

730 S Dargan StFlorence, SC 29506
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Ashton Trace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Trace

1013 Ashton Trace DrManning, SC 29102

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Lake City, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake City, SC is a Studio unit found at The Ridges at Florence priced from $595. Hampton Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Ridges at FlorenceMicro-StudioStudio,1BA$595
Hampton Place Apartments1 Br1BR,1BA$755
Palmetto Ridge2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$759
Patriot Place ApartmentsThe StratfordStudio,1BA$760
Bracey Square2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$849
Ashton Trace1 BD Market1BR,1BA$925
Cambridge Apartments of Florence2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$925
Four Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$925
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$925
Bentree Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Classic1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake City, SC and Nearby

As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake City area is the $0.98 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Sage Pointe Apartments in the starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Lake City apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Dillon Trace Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sage Pointe Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.98
Dillon Trace Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.88
Butler Crossing I2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.86
Palmetto Ridge3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.95
Hunters Glen2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.91
Cambridge Apartments of Florence2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$0.89
South Parker CommonsA2BR,2BA$0.92
Forest Lake Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.95
Four Oaks Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.93
Deerfield Run Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.93

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake City is at The Ridges at Florence listed at $595.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake City Apartment is $755 at Hampton Place Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake City is starting from $759 at Palmetto Ridge.

What is the most affordable Lake City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bracey Square and starts from $971.

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