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Clemson, SC

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Near Campus, Downtown, and Lake Hartwell

Clemson, SC is best known as the home of Clemson University, which plays a major role in the local economy and daily life. Renters here benefit from access to the university, a walkable downtown with restaurants and shops, and outdoor areas like Lake Hartwell and the South Carolina Botanical Garden. U.S. Route 123 also provides a direct connection to Greenville for commuters.

Apartments for rent in Clemson appeal to a wide range of renters—from those working or studying at Clemson University to employees of nearby employers like AnMed Health and regional manufacturers. Whether you’re looking to live near campus or prefer something closer to the lake, the city offers a mix of rental options with convenient access to work, school, and recreation.

Rent Trends

As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in Clemson, SC is $613 for a studio, $610 for one bedroom, $1,163 for two bedrooms, and $1,717 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clemson has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$610/month
459 Sq Ft
House
$2,298/month
817 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,303/month
427 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,984/month
400 Sq Ft
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Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Clemson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

794 Students

7
out of 10

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.