
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Murray Neighborhood of Lexington, SC from $300 (71 Rentals)
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Cedarcrest Village

The Waterway Apartment Homes

The Overlook At Golden Hills Apartment Homes

The Flats Off Main

104-106 Cherry Hall Dr

Thornhill Apartments

Reserve at Mill Landing

Lullwater at Saluda Pointe

Lauren Ridge Apartment Homes
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329 W Main St

River Bluff of Lexington

125 Elberta Dr

313 Sage Tree Ct

Peaks at Lexington

1257B-1 Old Orangeburg Rd

Autumnwood Crossing

103 Fairbluff Rd

Fern Hall Apartments Phase I

290 Browning Ct
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3102 Emanuel Church Rd

346 Mansfield Cir

106 Palm Ct

28 Tall Palmetto Ln

207 Baywood Dr

Woodland Villas

Woodland Village Apartments

110 Villa Ct

114 Villa Ct

Avenue at Harbison
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Gleneagle Apartment Homes

Pine Grove Apartments

401 Columbiana Dr

Creekside Apartments

Landmark of Columbia

Ashland Commons

Crestmont Apartments

Lexington Place Apartments

Waters Edge at Harbison

264 Piney Grove Rd
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West Winds Townhomes

Grandview at Lake Murray

Heights at Lake Murray

Wellspring Apartments

York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes

4026 Calvary Rd, Unit A, Unit A

813 Seton Rd

105 Fallsbury Rd

116 State Rd S-40-2396

The Legends at Lake Murray
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Lake Murray, Lexington, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Murray?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Murray Studio Apartments | $2,489 | $2,489 | $2,489 |
| Lake Murray 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $900 | $2,135 |
| Lake Murray 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $900 | $2,740 |
| Lake Murray 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,028 | $2,765 |
| Lake Murray 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Murray Neighborhood of Lexington, SC.
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Cheapest Available Lake Murray Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Murray area of Columbia, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue at Harbison priced from $928. Gleneagle Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here are the most affordable Lake Murray apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue at Harbison | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Gleneagle Apartment Homes | 1 Bed / 1 Bath – Classic | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,010 |
| Summer Cove | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1,028 |
| Creekside Apartments | 1/1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Lory of Harbison | Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1,174 |
| Ashland Commons | The Mahogany | 2BR,2BA | $1,199 |
| Lexington Place Apartments | 1x1 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Waters Edge at Harbison | Savanna | 2BR,2BA | $1,235 |
| The Waterway Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 798 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Murray, SC
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Murray area is the $1.18 price per square foot Sycamore Model at Lory of Harbison in the in the Irmo neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Lake Murray apartment is the Savanna Model at Waters Edge at Harbison starting at $1,235 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Irmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Murray apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lory of Harbison | Sycamore | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Waters Edge at Harbison | Savanna | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Summer Cove | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Pine Grove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Crestmont Apartments | The Kensington | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 4026 Calvary Rd, Unit A | 4026 Calvary Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Ashland Commons | The Mahogany | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Sweetbriar Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Gleneagle Apartment Homes | 1 Bed / 1 Bath – Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Avenue at Harbison | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Lake Murray, Lexington, SC
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Murray Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment is $928 at Avenue at Harbison.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Murray Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Murray is starting from $1,010 at Pine Grove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lake Murray Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Murray Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Cove and starts from $1,028.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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