
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pickens, SC from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Gentry Place Apartments

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222 Griffin Mill Rd, Unit 222 A

Heritage Pointe Apartments

Cambridge Creek Court

Serenity at Easley

Vista West II

Brookfall I & II Apartments
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Auston Woods Apartments

Shadowbrook Apartments

Hunters Glen

Cherokee Landing

The Kenyon at Cross Creek

Issaqueena Village

Emerald Commons

Settlement Manor

100 Lynn Cir
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The Alston

The Whitley

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Ridge at Perry Bend

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Walnut Ridge

The Wesley Apartment Homes

Farmhouse at Easely

128 University Village Dr

221 Campus Dr

The Retreat of Clemson
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5 Riverplace Dr

130 Rooker Ln

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Green Forest Apartments

113 S 7th St

118 Franklin Dr

119 Ellison Cir

101 Pendleton Ct

338 Bradley Dr
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104 Oak Ln
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 | $850 | $850 | $850 |
| Pickens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $725 | $1,894 |
| Pickens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $715 | $2,242 |
| Pickens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $850 | $2,399 |
| Pickens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $675 | $3,000 |
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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 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 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 3x3.5 | 3BR,3BA | $850 |
| Vista West II | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Brookfall I & II Apartments | One Bedroom Brookfall One | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Northway Apartments | Renovated 2 bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,010 |
| Emerald Commons | 2 BR 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Settlement Manor | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,123 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pickens, SC and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pickens area is the $0.30 price per square foot Cross Creek Model at Cross Creek in the starting from $495. The second greatest value Pickens apartment is the 3 Bedroom Garden Model at The Woodlands of Clemson starting at $600 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek | Cross Creek | 4BR,4BA | $0.30 |
| The Woodlands of Clemson | 3 Bedroom Garden | 3BR,3BA | $0.38 |
| Auston Woods Apartments | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Cambridge Creek Court | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.68 |
| Northway Apartments | Renovated 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| The Kenyon at Cross Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Shadowbrook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Tiger Station | Two Bedroom Cottage | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.78 |
| The Den at Clemson East | 2X1 East Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 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 Gardens.
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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