Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Spartanburg Neighborhood of Spartanburg, SC from $450 (53 Rentals)

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property at 114 Brookside Rd

$1,000 - $2,000

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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114 Brookside Rd

SpartanburgSC29301

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property at 124 Bonner Rd

$1,200

2 Bedroom Rentals

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124 Bonner Rd

SpartanburgSC29303
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Highland Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Crossing

201 Highland AveSpartanburg, SC 29306
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The Ellington
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Ellington

560 Magnolia StSpartanburg, SC 29303
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SHA7
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

SHA7

154 George Washington Carver DrSpartanburg, SC 29306
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JC Anderson
2 Bedroom Apartments

JC Anderson

770 Baltimore StSpartanburg, SC 29301
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Trailside on Main
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Trailside on Main

1000 E Main StSpartanburg, SC 29307
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701 E Main St
Studio Apartments

701 E Main St

701 E Main StSpartanburg, SC 29302

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Paramont villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paramont villas

135 Oakwood AveSpartanburg, SC 29302
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540 Glendalyn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

540 Glendalyn Ave

540 Glendalyn AveSpartanburg, SC 29302
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property at 530 Peronneau St

$1,150 - $1,250

2 Bedroom Rentals

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530 Peronneau St

SpartanburgSC29306

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Downtown Spartanburg, Spartanburg, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Spartanburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Spartanburg area of Spartanburg, SC is a Studio unit found at 701 E Main St priced from $895. The Spruce has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Downtown Spartanburg apartments for rent in Spartanburg, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
701 E Main StStudio- Income Restricted- 80% AMI- Max AMI Ren...Studio,1BA$895
The Spruce2 Bed 1 Bath - Silver2BR,1BA$899
Church Street LoftsSoHoStudio,1BA$950
Paramont villasVillas at Oakwood- 1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$953
540 Glendalyn Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$975
The Glade2 Bed 1 Bath - Diamond2BR,1BA$1,050
The Bluffs1 x 11BR,1BA$1,085
Riverwind Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 702 sqft1BR,1BA$1,120
The Charles on Liberty StreetBeaufortStudio,1BA$1,195
Schoolhouse LoftsKennedy1BR,1BA$1,214

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Spartanburg, SC

As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Spartanburg area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Unfurnished- Market Rent Model at Townes at Converse in the in the Forest Park neighborhood starting from $2,014. The second greatest value Downtown Spartanburg apartment is the Phase 2 | Litchfield Model at Northside Townhomes starting at $2,080 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Woodland Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Spartanburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townes at Converse3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Unfurnished- Market Rent3BR,2.5BA$1.27
Northside TownhomesPhase 2 | Litchfield3BR,2.5BA$1.32
DRAYTON MILLS LOFT APARTMENTSW22E2BR,2BA$1.63
Creekside Retreat Townhomes3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.31
The Spruce2 Bed 1 Bath - Gold2BR,1BA$1.10
Paramont villasVillas at Oakwood- 1 Bedrooms1BR,1.5BA$1.12
The Glade2 Bed 1 Bath - Diamond2BR,1BA$1.35
Riverwind Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 702 sqft1BR,1BA$1.60
The Bluffs1 x 11BR,1BA$1.55
540 Glendalyn Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.63

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Spartanburg, Spartanburg, SC

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across South Carolina including Downtown Spartanburg, Spartanburg, and the greater Spartanburg area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Spartanburg Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Spartanburg?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Spartanburg is under $1,214.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Spartanburg?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Spartanburg is Paramont villas which is listed at $953, while the average apartment in Downtown Spartanburg costs $1,520.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Spartanburg?

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 7 regular apartments in Downtown Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Spartanburg have an average cost of $136 which is $1,384 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Spartanburg.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.