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Apartments for Rent in South Carolina under $500

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Apartments for Rent in South Carolina under $500. 32 Rentals Available
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    Unit 119, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    Unit 123, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    718 S. Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506
    STUDIO $495
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    Unit 129, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    Unit 121, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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  • a vector illustration of an elephant head on a cross
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    Unit 125, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    Unit 117, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    20 ISLAND TANK ROAD LOT 13 - LOT ONLY, BEAUFORT COMING AVAILABLE 7/1/24, SC 29906
    STUDIO $375
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    105 Turning Leaf Circle, Boiling Springs, SC 29316
    STUDIO $60
  • Unit 127 Studio Apartment for Rent
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    Unit 127, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    Unit 210, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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  • 4265 Suggs Street 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    4265 Suggs Street, Loris, SC 29569
    1 BED $485
  • 50 Church St Studio Apartment for Rent
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    50 Church St, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $466
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    Carlitaville - Leesburg Road, Hopkins, SC 29061
    2 BEDS $450
  • Unit 115 Studio Apartment for Rent
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    Unit 115, Greenville, SC 29609
    STUDIO $446
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    102 Stonecrest Lane, Gaffney, SC 29341
    STUDIO $40
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    Piney Branch Road, Eastover, SC 29044
    2 BEDS $495
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    500 Progressive Way, Denmark, SC 29042
    2 BEDS $499
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    998 Riverwalk Parkway, Rock Hill, SC 29730
    STUDIO $1+
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    208 Martin Luther King Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556
    2 BEDS $442+
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    Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556
    2 BEDS $388+
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    156 W Attwood Ave, Florence, SC 29505
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $438
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    155 Attwood Avenue, Florence, SC 29505
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $500+
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    131 Sojourner Way, Hartsville, SC 29550
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
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    154 George Washington Carver Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29306
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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 21 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in South Carolina?

The best apartments in South Carolina are: Abberly Crossing Apartment Homes, Abberly Chase Apartment Homes, Abberly Village Apartment Homes, Abberly Market Point Apartment Homes and Abberly Pointe Apartment Homes.

What type of rental buildings are in South Carolina?

In South Carolina 29% of the housing is rented out compared to 71% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 7% of South Carolina's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 46% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 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 32 available units in South Carolina, renting for under $500. On average, $480 can get you 1,753 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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