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7645 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209

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St Matthews, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available St Matthews Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St Matthews, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Elm Creek Apartments in the Greater Aiken neighborhood priced from $796. Colonial Pointe Apartments in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St Matthews apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elm Creek Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$796
Colonial Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$799
The Villages at Congaree Pointe1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$831

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Matthews, SC and Nearby

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the St Matthews area is the $1.16 price per square foot Two-Bedroom Townhouse Model at Congaree Villas in the in the Springdale neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value St Matthews apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath-White Appliances Model at Whispering Pines starting at $1,375 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Southeast Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Matthews apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Congaree VillasTwo-Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.16
Whispering Pines3 Bed 2 Bath-White Appliances3BR,2BA$1.10
Carriage Place CondominiumsTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.14
Rosewood GardensThe All New Rosewood Gardens Apartments2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Wellington ResidentialFlat2BR,1BA$1.21
Arbor Landing ApartmentsWelcome to Arbor Landing - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.05
Elm Creek Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.01
Harbour Landing1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.34
Cayce Cove2x12BR,1BA$1.19
Colonial Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.43

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St Matthews, SC

Ranked #340

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Matthews Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St Matthews Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St Matthews Apartment is $796 at Elm Creek Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St Matthews Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St Matthews is starting from $931 at Elm Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable St Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap St Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elm Creek Apartments and starts from $1,086.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.