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Apartments for Rent in South Carolina under $500

Apartments for Rent in South Carolina under $500. 9 Rentals Available
9 Rentals Available
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  • 5 units available
    Studio $200+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (21)
    Creek Walk, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $475
    Base rent
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    2009 Greene Street #318, Columbia, SC 29205
    Apply online
  • Studio $40
    Base rent
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    4.0 (41)
    102 Stonecrest Lane, Gaffney, SC 29341
    Pet friendly
  • Studio $1+
    Base rent
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    5.0 (1)
    998 Riverwalk Parkway, Rock Hill, SC 29730
  • 5405 Straight Wellers Road 1 Apartment for Rent
    1 bd $174
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    5405 Straight Wellers Road, Aiken, SC 29803
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • In unit laundry
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in South Carolina last updated?

Prices and availability in South Carolina were last updated on 10 Aug 2026.

What are the best apartments in South Carolina?

The best apartments in South Carolina are: Courtney Bend, Walden Oaks, The Parker North Augusta, Woodwinds and The Banks at Bridgewater.

What type of rental buildings are in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, 28% of the residents are renting compared to 72% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 7% of South Carolina's rentals, 47% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 31% are single-family rentals.

Your search for apartments in South Carolina under $500 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in South Carolina for less than $500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 9 available units in South Carolina, renting for under $500. On average, $425 can get you 3,048 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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Having to compromise on either price or location can turn your “apartments near me under $500” search into a nightmare. At RentCafe we recognize the importance of both. Therefore, we offer a variety of filters that can help you find exactly what you want. Sorting the results by rent, ascending, will make the cheapest units show up first on the list. Try it out! You will find that right now the cheapest apartment under $500 in South Carolina goes for $174 per month. If some of the results are outside the area of your choice, you can go to the left side of the screen and draw a radius or a polygon around your location. Now you will only see results that are relevant to you.