
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pickens, SC from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Serenity at Easley

Cambridge Creek Court

Vista West II
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Brookfall I & II Apartments

Settlement Manor

Hunters Glen

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Cherokee Landing

The Kenyon at Cross Creek

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Farmhouse at Easely
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Issaqueena Village

Emerald Commons

100 Lynn Cir

The Alston

128 University Village Dr

102 Franklin Dr

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Green Forest Apartments

104 Garden Spot Cir

104 Millwood Ct

118 Franklin Dr

119 Ellison Cir

215 Walnut Hill Dr

204 Walnut Hill Dr

208 Walnut Hill Dr
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Pickens, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pickens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickens Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Pickens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $725 | $1,644 |
| Pickens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $699 | $1,950 |
| Pickens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $599 | $2,174 |
| Pickens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $675 | $2,075 |
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Cheapest Available Pickens Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pickens, SC is a 3 Beds unit found at The Den at Clemson East in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood priced from $630. Windwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pickens apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den at Clemson East | 3X2 East Unfurnished | 3BR,2BA | $630 |
| Windwood Apartments | Duplex Classic 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Northway Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 3x3.5 | 3BR,3BA | $850 |
| Brookfall I & II Apartments | One Bedroom Brookfall One | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Vista West II | 1x1 Designer | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,010 |
| Farmhouse at Easely | The Manuka | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
| Emerald Commons | 2 BR 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pickens, SC and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pickens area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2FA Model at Easley Mill Lofts in the starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Pickens apartment is the Cross Creek Model at Cross Creek starting at $495 with a $0.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Pickens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easley Mill Lofts | 2FA | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Cross Creek | Cross Creek | 4BR,4BA | $0.30 |
| The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Garden | 3BR,3BA | $0.38 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.68 |
| 100 Lynn Cir | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Maverick Hills | Cottage II | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
| The Den at Clemson East | 2X1 East Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Northway Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Ridge Clemson | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pickens Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pickens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pickens Apartment is $725 at Windwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pickens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pickens is starting from $749 at The Den at Clemson East.
What is the most affordable Pickens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pickens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Den at Clemson East and starts from $630.
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