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$2,465/mo Clemson, SC average rental price, March 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Clemson, SC is $2,465.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,727, the average rent in Clemson, SC is $2,465.

Getting around in Clemson, SC

22 /100

Car-Dependent

46 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 22, Bike Score®: 46

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Clemson, SC last updated?

Prices and availability in Clemson, SC were last updated on 26 Mar 2023.

What is the average rent in Clemson, SC?

The average rent in Clemson, SC is $2,465. Start your search for apartments in Clemson, SC now.

What type of rental buildings are in Clemson, SC?

In Clemson 62% of the housing is rented out compared to 38% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 10% of Clemson’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 70% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 19% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Clemson, SC?

The average age of rental buildings in Clemson is 12 years old, with 77% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 76% are garden-style apartment communities, 24% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Clemson, SC?

Studio apartments in Clemson are around 4% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 7% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 26% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Clemson, SC

In northwestern South Carolina near the Blue Ridge Mountains is the small town of Clemson, which is a scenic and peaceful place to live. Clemson is part of two different counties, Pickens and Anderson. The public schools — including Clemson University — are a big draw for renting families and students because they are highly rated. As a temperate climate in upstate South Carolina, the summers are quite hot, but the winters are cold and mild, without much snow. For renters who live in this area, getting outside to explore the park systems is a popular activity. The best parks are Nettles Park, Jaycee Park, and Ashley Dearing Park, with its beautiful shady trees and a playground for kids. It’s also fun for renters in town to cheer on the Clemson Tigers college football team at Clemson Memorial Stadium.

Renting in Clemson, SC

The rental market in Clemson is quite dynamic, since so many students and faculty staff need apartments in town. In fact, renters outnumber homeowners in this densely suburban area. Mostr apartments in Clemson are in communities comprising three- and four-story buildings that foster a great sense of community. Renters are generally friendly and neighborly towards each other in this southern town. Most rental communities in Clemson feature amenities such as grilling stations, pools, tennis courts, and places to walk a dog for pet owners who rent apartments here. What’s more, renters have plenty of activities to enjoy around town, including the Walker Course for golf, the South Carolina Botanical Gardens, and the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts, which hosts national theater productions and musical events.

Clemson, SC demographics

17,238Total Population
7,402 Female

9,836 Male
24.7Median Age

Clemson, SC has a population of 17,238 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,402 of Clemson’s residents are women and 9,836 are men. The median age of those who live in Clemson, SC is 24.7.

Shopping in Clemson, SC

Renters don’t have to travel far outside of Clemson to shop for their daily needs, home goods, and unique antiques. In what is considered downtown Clemson, there are tons of adorable boutiques for clothing and unique goods that are outside of what the national retail chains offer. Renters can shop in a few different shopping plazas, including Clemson Station, Lakeview Plaza, and Rodgers Plaza. The nearest traditional indoor mall is located some 20 miles away, in Anderson, and includes more than 50 stores anchored by Dillard’s and JCPenney. Renters have access to a food court and movie theater there as well. For grocery shopping, renters usually go to the Publix Super Market at Gateway Village, a Walmart Neighborhood Market, and Ingles Markets.

Clemson, SC households

2,462 Family

4,393 Non-family
1,047 Children

5,808 No Children

6,855Total Number of Households
2.5Average People Per Household
$48,335Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 6,855 households in Clemson, SC. 2,462 are family households and 4,393 are non-family households. There are 1,047 households with children in Clemson and 5,808 households without children. On average, about 2.5 people live in a household in Clemson, SC.

Transportation in Clemson, SC

The Clemson Area Transit (CAT) is a free service that runs a bus route around town and into neighboring cities like Anderson, Pendleton, and Seneca. It connects to the Electric City Transit in Anderson for commuters who work there. In addition, an Amtrak train station in Clemson has a route that goes to New Orleans and to New York City. For air travel, there are three different airports around the area within a three-hour drive. The closest one for domestic and international travel is the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport that’s around 45 minutes away.

Clemson, SC education statistics

The level of education of the population of Clemson, SC is as follows: 2% have no high school education, 22% completed some high school, 14% partially completed college, 6% have an Associate Degree, 28% have a Bachelor Degree, and 28% have a Graduate Degree.

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