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925 College Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

925 College Ave

925 College AveRock Hill, SC 29730
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Yorkshire Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Yorkshire Apartments

865 Lucas StRock Hill, SC 29730
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Cobb House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cobb House

366 E Main StRock Hill, SC 29730
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The Park at Wilkerson
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Wilkerson

830 Wilkerson RdRock Hill, SC 29730
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The Grace Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Grace Building

829 Terrace ParkRock Hill, SC 29730

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rock Hill, SC

Pricing Updated: 06/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rock Hill, SC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rock Hill Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Riverwalk$1,622$919153
Downtown Rockhill$1,708$1,07594

Cheapest Available Rock Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock Hill, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Summit at Rock Hill in the Clairemont neighborhood priced from $919. The Boulders in the Clairemont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,018. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Hill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Summit at Rock HillA21BR,1BA$919
The Boulders1 x 1 B1BR,1BA$1,018
The Villas at Garden WayStudio - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,075
Gallant Place ApartmentsA 1bd1BR,1BA$1,100
Patriots CrossingA11BR,1BA$1,101
The VintageA1 STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,107
Estates at Rock Hill1x1 Garden Standard Phase I - Call For Avail.1BR,1BA$1,125
Fort Mill III1x1 Standard Banks Rd - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,125
The Villas at 18252 Bed Standard Layout I - Call For Avail.2BR,1BA$1,150
The Villas at Riverview1 x 1 Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Hill, SC

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rock Hill area is the $1.42 price per square foot Palmer Model at Gateway at Rock Hill in the in the Stonewood neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value Rock Hill apartment is the 3x2 Townhome Model at Wildwood Springs starting at $1,573 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Stonewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rock Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gateway at Rock HillPalmer3BR,2BA$1.42
Wildwood Springs3x2 Townhome3BR,2BA$1.20
The Alexander Apartment HomesThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.35
East Gate Villas2BR 1.5BA Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.24
Galleria Pointe Apartments and TownhomesThe Cherry Garden2BR,2BA$1.30
Edgewood Place2 bed, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.38
The Linden Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.35
Camden Court2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Kensington Square2 TH2BR,1.5BA$1.31
The Boulders1 x 1 B1BR,1BA$1.37

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Rock Hill Overview

Located around 25 miles from Charlotte, North Carolina, Rock Hill is a bustling urban center that gives residents all the convenience of living near the big city with all the charm of a small town. With a population of around 75,000 and mild year-round weather, it’s an amazing place to live as a college student or distance learner, young professional, parent, or older couple. With a bumping art scene, lots of shopping and dining options, and centuries of history centered on Rock Hill’s heart – Old Town – there’s always something to do here. And with plenty of amenities at your disposal, it will quickly become home.

Why live in Rock Hill, SC?

If the city does two things well, it’s catering to children and to lovers of the outdoors. Families adore Rock Hill for amenities such as its many parks, the Mainstreet Children’s Museum, and many sports venues. Take a walk in Glencairn Gardens or along Ebenezer Park for some fresh air, or visit one of the many brewpubs for an outdoor pint. Many people come to Rock Hill for school, then choose to stay for the proximity to large city centers and the amazing family-friendly vibes.

Rock Hill, SC
Population: 74,309

Ranked #482

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rock Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rock Hill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rock Hill is under $1,150.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rock Hill?

The cheapest apartment in Rock Hill is The Summit at Rock Hill which is listed at $944, while the average apartment in Rock Hill costs $1,665.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rock Hill?

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 11 regular apartments in Rock Hill 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 Rock Hill?

Cheap apartments in Rock Hill have an average cost of $148 which is $1,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Hill.

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