About Florence, SC

Florence - A Great Place to Live

Originally founded in 1719 and located in northeast South Carolina, Florence is the county seat for Florence County and has a population of over 30,000 people. Home to a rich art culture scene, Florence has many theaters and museums, including Florence Civic Center, Florence Museum of Arts and History, and the War Between the States Museum. Home to two major hospitals, the city is well respected and constantly contributing to medical science.

Attractions - Things to See in Florence

Florence also has many attractions for residents to take advantage of, such as the Public Library, Freedom Florence Ballpark, Florence National Cemetery, and Timrod Park. There are also minor league hockey, arena football, and baseball sports teams in the area.

Apartment Rentals and Average Rents

With a lower than average cost of living, Florence apartments are very affordable. Average prices for apartments in the area are as follows: 1 bedroom apartments average $418, while 2 bedroom apartments average to around $484. The average cost for apartments in the city area is around $450, which is below the national average.