
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rockhill Neighborhood of Rock Hill, SC from $700 (28 Rentals)
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430 Flint St

The Villas at Garden Way

1173 Joe Louis Blvd

Dunbar Place

The Finley
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Edgewood Place

Cowan Farms

Kensington Square

Country Club Apartments

1024 Park Ave Ext

925 College Ave
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347 Friedheim Rd

234 1/2 Saluda St

154 Shurley St

404 Park Ave

Yorkshire Apartments

Cobb House

1233 Bose Ave
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316 Little St

260 Lucky Ln

244 Rhea St

The Power House Apartments @ University Center

987 Pebble Rd

107 Friedheim Rd

424 Dave Lyle Blvd
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Downtown Rockhill, Rock Hill, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rockhill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rockhill Studio Apartments | $1,447 | $1,075 | $1,880 |
| Downtown Rockhill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $700 | $1,805 |
| Downtown Rockhill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $1,199 | $2,179 |
| Downtown Rockhill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $1,349 | $1,825 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rockhill Neighborhood of Rock Hill, SC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rockhill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rockhill area of Rock Hill, SC is a Studio unit found at The Villas at Garden Way priced from $1,075. The Finley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rockhill apartments for rent in Rock Hill, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villas at Garden Way | Studio - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Finley | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Brittany Place Rock Hill | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Edgewood Place | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,248 |
| Kensington Square | 2 TH | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Country Club Apartments | 2x1.5 Standard-Call For Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| East Gate Villas | 2BR 1.5BA Garden apt | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Easley at UC | S1 Studio / One Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Exchange at Rock Hill | 1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,497 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rockhill, SC
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rockhill area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 bed, 2 bath Model at Edgewood Place in the in the Spencer Estates neighborhood starting from $1,486. The second greatest value Downtown Rockhill apartment is the The Davenport Model at Cowan Farms starting at $1,815 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Stonewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rockhill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Place | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Cowan Farms | The Davenport | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Country Club Apartments | 3x1.5 Upgraded- Call For Availability | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| East Gate Villas | 2BR 1.5BA Garden apt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Kensington Square | 2 TH Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| The Finley | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Brittany Place Rock Hill | The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Anderson | Floor Plan C One Bedroom / One Bath w/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| The Easley at UC | S1 Studio / One Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Villas at Garden Way | Studio - Call For Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rockhill, Rock Hill, SC
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Rock Hill, SC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rockhill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Rockhill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Rockhill is under $1,497.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Rockhill?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Rockhill is The Villas at Garden Way which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Downtown Rockhill costs $1,708.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Rockhill?
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 21 regular apartments in Downtown Rockhill 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 Downtown Rockhill?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Rockhill have an average cost of $369 which is $1,339 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Rockhill.
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