
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pickens County, SC from $400 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Pickens County.


Heritage Pointe Apartments

Top of the Hill at 806 College Ave

31 Clemson Pl Cir
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Serenity at Easley

Heritage at Riverwood

400 Lindsay Rd

Gentry Place Apartments
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Auston Woods Apartments

Hunters Glen

Shadowbrook Apartments

270 Riggs Dr

220 Elm St
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Pickens County, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pickens County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickens County Studio Apartments | $1,599 | $850 | $1,775 |
| Pickens County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $750 | $1,950 |
| Pickens County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $625 | $4,077 |
| Pickens County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $599 | $2,255 |
| Pickens County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $425 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Pickens County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pickens County, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at The Den at Clemson East in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood priced from $625. The Retreat of Clemson in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pickens County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den at Clemson East | 3X2 East Unfurnished | 3BR,2BA | $625 |
| The Retreat of Clemson | Four Bedrooms | 4BR,4BA | $695 |
| Windwood Apartments | Duplex Updated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Northway Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Riverbank Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Dockside Clemson | D1 - 4x4 Lake View | 4BR,4BA | $882 |
| 131 Freedom Dr | UNIT K | 2BR,1BA | $930 |
| Clemson Lofts | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $935 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Top of the Hill at 806 College Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pickens County, SC
As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pickens County area is the $0.34 price per square foot 5x5.5 Corner Premium Model at The Collective at Clemson in the in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood starting from $865. The second greatest value Pickens County apartment is the 4 Bedroom Garden (per bedroom) Model at Crawford Falls Apartments starting at $700 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pickens County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Collective at Clemson | 5x5.5 Corner Premium | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.34 |
| Crawford Falls Apartments | 4 Bedroom Garden (per bedroom) | 4BR,4BA | $0.37 |
| Cross Creek | Cross Creek | 4BR,4BA | $0.29 |
| Cambridge Creek Clemson | 3 Bedroom TH | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.56 |
| 4 bed/4 bath Off-Campus Apartments | Charming 4 Bedroom/4 Bathroom Apartments - Now ... | 4BR,4BA | $0.39 |
| Crawford Edge | 4x4 Flats - All Inclusive | 4BR,4BA | $0.38 |
| The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.43 |
| Clemson Village | Three bedroom - Per Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.68 |
| Oakcreste | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.82 |
| Vintages at Clemson | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pickens County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pickens County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pickens County is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pickens County?
The cheapest apartment in Pickens County is Windwood Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Pickens County costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pickens County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 104 regular apartments in Pickens County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pickens County?
Cheap apartments in Pickens County have an average cost of $806 which is $944 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pickens County.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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