Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, SC from $895 (39 Rentals)

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Cushendall Commons
$1,295 - $1,975

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Base Rent$1,295 - $1,975
Total Monthly Price$1,295 - $1,975
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Cushendall Commons

819 Arklow DrRock Hill, SC 29730
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Cowan Farms
$1,315 - $1,795

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Cowan Farms

1310 Cypress Pointe DrRock Hill, SC 29730
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IMT Edgewater
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$1,384 - $1,979

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Base Rent$1,384 - $1,979
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IMT Edgewater

4104 Flats Main StIndian Land, SC 29707
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Gateway at Rock Hill
$1,395 - $2,110

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Base Rent$1,395 - $2,110
Total Monthly Price$1,395 - $2,110
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Gateway at Rock Hill

820 Sebring DrRock Hill, SC 29730
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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The Easley at UC
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Easley at UC

371 Technology Centre WayRock Hill, SC 29730
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Lancaster, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lancaster, SC

Pricing Updated: 09/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lancaster, SC area range in price from $895 to $1,572 with an overall median price of $1,272. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lancaster Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Shelly Woods$1,272$8957

Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, SC is a Studio unit found at Gable Oaks Apartment Homes in the Stonewood neighborhood priced from $1,075. Sycamore Run Apartments in the Shelly Woods neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,104. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gable Oaks Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Sycamore Run Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,104
Patriots CrossingA11BR,1BA$1,116
Riverwalk ApartmentsA1 1 Bedroom Mini - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,241
Galleria Pointe Apartments and TownhomesThe Catawba Garden1BR,1BA$1,242
Edgewood Place1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,248
Wildwood Springs2x2 Townhome2BR,2BA$1,258
The Alexander Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,279
Bradford ParkArlington1BR,1BA$1,283
Cushendall CommonsThe Glens1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, SC

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.32 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at The Alexander Apartment Homes in the in the Stonewood neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 2 Bedroom Platinum Model at Elements at Rock Hill starting at $1,830 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Stonewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Alexander Apartment HomesThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.32
Elements at Rock Hill2 Bedroom Platinum2BR,2BA$1.53
Edgewood Place2 bed, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Country Club Apartments3x1.5 Upgraded- Call For Availability3BR,1.5BA$1.57
East Gate Villas2BR 1.5BA Garden apt2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Riverstone ApartmentsB1 2 BED 2 BATH PATIO2BR,2BA$1.50
Sycamore Run Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.21
Cushendall CommonsThe Glens1BR,1BA$1.55
Galleria Pointe Apartments and TownhomesThe Catawba Garden1BR,1BA$1.55
Patriots CrossingA11BR,1BA$1.49

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Patty • 4+ years in Lancaster

April 10, 2025

Lots of old boarded up homes and buildings. No Jobs or plants. Not enough apartments that seniors can afford. Lots of pot holes on our roads that our grandchildren have to drive on to school........ so bad and outrageous taxes. Why we have to pay for School Tax and don't have children in school?

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lancaster?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lancaster is at Gable Oaks Apartment Homes listed at $1,075.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $1,116 at Patriots Crossing.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lancaster is starting from $1,104 at Sycamore Run Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sycamore Run Apartments and starts from $1,272.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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