
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Spartanburg, SC from $500 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Spartanburg.


Arbor Glen Apartments

East Ridge Apartments

The Spruce

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Hillcrest, Spartanburg, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,210 | $875 | $1,678 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $790 | $2,157 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $850 | $3,000 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,045 | $2,489 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Spartanburg, SC.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Spartanburg, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor Glen Apartments priced from $835. East Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Spartanburg, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BathArbor Glen Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| East Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BathEast Ridge Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Morningside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Woodside Apartments | 2 Bed 1 BathWoodside Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $870 |
| Magnolia Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, SC
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest apartment is the 1BR/1.5BA Model at E Main Street starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Woodland Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest 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 |
| E Main Street | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Comet Spartanburg | Hemlock | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Woodside Apartments | 2 Bed 1 BathWoodside Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| East Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 BathEast Ridge Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Country Club Apartments | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Morningside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Riverwind Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 671 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BathArbor Glen Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Magnolia Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Arbor Glen Apartments which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,480.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
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 Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $234 which is $1,246 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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