
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fernwood Neighborhood of Spartanburg, SC from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Fernwood, Spartanburg, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fernwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fernwood Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $750 | $1,299 |
| Fernwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $799 | $1,998 |
| Fernwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $825 | $2,299 |
| Fernwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $999 | $2,489 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fernwood Neighborhood of Spartanburg, SC.
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Cheapest Available Fernwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fernwood area of Spartanburg, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Prosper Spartanburg priced from $715. Creekside Retreat Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Fernwood apartments for rent in Spartanburg, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prosper Spartanburg | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Creekside Retreat Townhomes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Reserve at Hillcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Aventine at Skylyn Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| The Spruce | 2 Bed 1 Bath - Gold | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fernwood, SC
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fernwood area is the $1.26 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath - Oakwood End Unit Model at Townes at Converse in the in the Forest Park neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Fernwood apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Creekside Retreat Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Spartanburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fernwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Converse | 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath - Oakwood End Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.26 |
| Creekside Retreat Townhomes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Woodside Apartments | 2 Bed 1 BathWoodside Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Prosper Spartanburg | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Country Club Apartments | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| DRAYTON MILLS LOFT APARTMENTS | W11G | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Riverwind Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 702 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Reserve at Hillcrest | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Spruce | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Diamond | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Schoolhouse Lofts | Wright | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fernwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fernwood?
The cheapest apartment in Fernwood is Prosper Spartanburg which is listed at $715, while the average apartment in Fernwood costs $1,424.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fernwood?
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 18 regular apartments in Fernwood 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 Fernwood?
Cheap apartments in Fernwood have an average cost of $398 which is $1,026 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fernwood.
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