
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Swansea, SC from $400 (23 Rentals)
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Hampton Courts

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The Meadows at Burnside Farms
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505 B Ave

815 Raleigh St

1257B-1 Old Orangeburg Rd

6020 Edmund Hwy

Spring Lake

495 Bushberry Rd

487 Bushberry Rd
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69 Lexington Dr

290 Browning Ct
Swansea, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swansea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea Studio Apartments | $1,252 | $879 | $2,418 |
| Swansea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $796 | $2,811 |
| Swansea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $805 | $4,134 |
| Swansea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $679 | $2,545 |
| Swansea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $706 | $499 | $870 |
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Cheapest Available Swansea Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Swansea, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at 21 Oaks in the Arthurtown neighborhood priced from $730. Elm Creek Apartments in the Greater Aiken neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $796. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Swansea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oaks | D1 - Premium | 4BR,2BA | $730 |
| Elm Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $796 |
| Wellington Farms Apartment Homes | The Spencer 50 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Colonial Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| The Meadows at Burnside Farms | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $904 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swansea, SC and Nearby
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swansea area is the $0.30 price per square foot 4x4.5 Model at Roost, The in the in the Arthurtown neighborhood starting from $609. The second greatest value Swansea apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Redpoint Columbia starting at $749 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Knollwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swansea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roost, The | 4x4.5 | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.30 |
| Redpoint Columbia | 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 21 Oaks | C1 - Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.78 |
| Summer Cove | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Avalon Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath-White Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Radley | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Elm Creek Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Cayce Cove | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swansea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swansea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swansea is at Colonial Pointe Apartments listed at $879.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swansea Apartment is $796 at Elm Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swansea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swansea is starting from $899 at Elm Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Swansea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swansea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 21 Oaks and starts from $865.
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