Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rock Hill, SC from $800 (24 Rentals)

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925 College Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

925 College Ave

925 College AveRock Hill, SC 29730
Student Housing
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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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Fort Mill III
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fort Mill III

1550 Banks StFort Mill, SC 29715
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rock Hill, SC

Pricing Updated: 10/31/2025

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$1,586$1,021163
Downtown Rockhill$1,675$1,00061

Cheapest Available Rock Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rock Hill, SC is a Studio unit found at The Villas at Garden Way in the Heathwood neighborhood priced from $1,075. Gallant Place Apartments in the Stonewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rock Hill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villas at Garden WayStudio - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,075
Gallant Place ApartmentsA 1bd1BR,1BA$1,100
The Summit at Rock HillA11BR,1BA$1,109
Fort Mill III1x1 Standard Banks Rd - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,125
Whisper CreekArlington1BR,1BA$1,141

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rock Hill, SC

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rock Hill area is the $1.39 price per square foot The Blue Spruce Model at Pennington Place in the in the Ebenezer Village neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Rock Hill apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Forest Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $1,525 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Clairemont 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.
Pennington PlaceThe Blue Spruce3BR,2BA$1.39
Forest Ridge Apartment Homes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$1.17
The Alexander Apartment HomesThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.36
The Oaks at Little Dutchman CreekDOUGLAS C1 Three Bedroom / One and a Half Bath ...3BR,1.5BA$1.24
Galleria Pointe Apartments and TownhomesThe Cherry Garden2BR,2BA$1.43
Bradford ParkBelmont2BR,2BA$1.34
East Gate Villas2BR 1.5BA Garden apt2BR,1.5BA$1.34
The Linden Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.30
Kensington Townhomes2 Bedroom- Newly Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.41
Forest Oaks Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rock Hill, SC

Ranked #48

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Rock Hill, SC

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 $1,191.

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

The cheapest apartment in Rock Hill is Gallant Place Apartments which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Rock Hill costs $1,630.

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 1 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 $140 which is $1,490 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rock Hill.

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