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- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,716-$3,948 Pricing
- 375–1,028 Square Feet
About The Merchant
Experience the pulse of the city from a community designed with your lifestyle in mind. The Merchant blends contemporary comfort with local character, offering thoughtfully crafted spaces in the heart of the areas up-and-coming NoMo neighborhood. Whether you're working remotely in our co-working lounge, unwinding at the resort-style pool, or exploring nearby hotspots, every moment at our Downtown Charleston apartments supports a vibrant, connected life.
The Merchant is located in the Upper Peninsula Neighborhood and 29403 Zip code of Charleston, SC. This community is professionally managed by Waterton
Unique Features and Amenities
- 24/7 fitness center
- 9-12 Ft. Ceilings
- ADA Compliant*
- Air Conditioner
- Balconies*
- Bike Room
- Bridge View
- Built-in kitchen islands*
- Ceiling Fan
- Contemporary Open Kitchens
- Controlled Access Community
- Double Vanity Sinks
- Electronic Thermostat
- EV Charging Stations
- Flexible Lease Options
- Game Room with TVs and Café Seating
- Glass Showers with Subway Tile*
- High-Speed Internet Access
- Letter Writing Nook
- Library and Co-Working Lounge
- Modern Chrome Fixtures & Hardware
- Off Street & Garage Parking Available
- On-Site Maintenance
- On-site Management
- Package Receiving Hub
- Pond View
- Pool view
- Quartz Countertops with Tile Backsplash
- River Views from Select Homes*
- social events
- Spacious Closets
- Sparkling Pool
- Two Designer-Finish Palettes
- washer & dryer
- Wood-Style Flooring*
- Yoga and Barre Studio with Spin Bikes
Property Contact Info
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- (854) 205-2767
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Floorplan Pricing and Availability
The Merchant offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,716 and having 375–1,028 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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Anson
From $1,716
Studio, 1 Bath, 375 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,716 Available Now 06-305 375 $1,741 Available Now 06-107 375 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,716 - $2,665
Current Available Pricing
- $1,716 - $1,741
Unit 06-305 Rent and Fees
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- $1,716
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- $1,716 - $2,665
Unit 06-107 Rent and Fees
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- $1,741
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- $1,716 - $2,665
Apartment Model: AnsonFrom $1,716Studio, 1 Bath, 375 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Anson - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 06-305Apartment Model: Anson$1,716Studio, 1 Bath, 375 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 06-107Apartment Model: Anson$1,741Studio, 1 Bath, 375 sq ftAvailable Now1 Bedroom
Harbor
From $2,235
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 752 sq ftAvailable NowLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,360 Available Now 05-104 752 $2,310 Available Now 06-412 752 $2,235 June 15, 2026 03-306 752 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,235 - $3,695
Current Available Pricing
- $2,235 - $2,360
Unit 05-104 Rent and Fees
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- $2,360
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- $2,235 - $3,695
Unit 06-412 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,310
Model Rent and Fees
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- $2,235 - $3,695
Unit 03-306 Rent and Fees
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- $2,235
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- $2,235 - $3,695
Apartment Model: HarborFrom $2,2351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 752 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Harbor - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 05-104Apartment Model: Harbor$2,3601 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 752 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 06-412Apartment Model: Harbor$2,3101 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 752 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 03-306Apartment Model: Harbor$2,2351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 752 sq ftAvailable June 15, 2026Cooper
From $2,235
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 646 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,235 Available Now 05-207 646 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unit 05-207 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,235
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Model Price Range
- $2,235 - $3,499
Apartment Model: CooperFrom $2,2351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 646 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Cooper - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 05-207Apartment Model: Cooper$2,2351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 646 sq ftAvailable NowCrosstown
From $2,390
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 689 sq ftAvailable Jul 3Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,390 July 3, 2026 01-405 689 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unit 01-405 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,390
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Model Price Range
- $2,390 - $3,391
Apartment Model: CrosstownFrom $2,3901 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 689 sq ftAvailable July 3, 2026![]()
Crosstown - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 01-405Apartment Model: Crosstown$2,3901 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 689 sq ftAvailable July 3, 20262 Bedrooms
Spring
From $2,770
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1028 sq ftAvailable May 4Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,830 May 4, 2026 02-108 1028 $2,770 July 7, 2026 02-402 1028 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Double Vanities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,770 - $3,948
Current Available Pricing
- $2,770 - $2,830
Unit 02-108 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,830
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,770 - $3,948
Unit 02-402 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,770
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,770 - $3,948
Apartment Model: SpringFrom $2,7702 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1028 sq ftAvailable May 4, 2026![]()
Spring - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 02-108Apartment Model: Spring$2,8302 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1028 sq ftAvailable May 4, 2026Apartment Unit: 02-402Apartment Model: Spring$2,7702 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1028 sq ftAvailable July 7, 2026
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Call us at: (854) 205-2767 to schedule a tour.
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Pet Spa
1BR, 1BA - A2
1BR, 1BA - A8
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Entrance
Leasing Office
Lobby
Coffee Bar
Clubroom
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Library
Swimming Pool
Poolside Lounge
1 Bed | 1 Bath
2 Bed | 2 Bath | Spring
Property Information
- 231 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 2020
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$300.00
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Cat FeeiCharged per Pet.$350.00
- Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$20.00/mo
- Dog FeeiCharged per Pet.$350.00
- Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$20.00/mo
Restrictions:
One-time pet fee of $350.00 for first pet & an additional $150.00 for the second pet.
Restrictions:
One-time pet fee of $350.00 for first pet & an additional $150.00 for the second pet. Aggressive Breed Restrictions
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| Restrictions: One-time pet fee of $350.00 for first pet & an additional $150.00 for the second pet. Aggressive Breed Restrictions.
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
- Car Charging Station
- Pet Washing Station
- Package Service
Community Features
- Lounge
- Clubhouse
- Elevator
Outdoor Features
- Pond
- Controlled Access
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- Double Vanities
- Ceiling Fans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Wi Fi
Kitchen Amenities
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Range
- Island Kitchen
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Carpet
- Window Coverings
- Tile Floors
Map
102 Sottile St, Charleston, SC 29403
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Schools
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
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Hours and Contact Info
Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Merchant
Where is The Merchant located?
The Merchant is located at 102 Sottile St near the Upper Peninsula area of Charleston, SC
What is the current rent range at The Merchant?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Merchant currently range from $1,716 to $2,830
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for The Merchant are
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Lifestyle Ratings
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Verified Renter
January 24, 2025After living in an old Charleston house with pest issues and a lousy landlord, living somewhere where things are quickly addressed is live changing!Property Manager Responded
January 26, 2025Hi, we're overjoyed to see your 5-star rating, and truly thank you for sharing! Don't hesitate to reach out to our office at Themerchant@waterton.com if you need anything. Sincerely, The Merchant Team
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Verified Renter
December 16, 2024Most aspects of the merchant are severely lacking. Angela is awesome, Mike and the new maintenance guy are great, but pretty much everything else we’ve experienced since moving in in April has been below our expectations.Property Manager Responded
December 19, 2024We're very sorry to hear that you're unhappy with your experience. Feedback like yours is what drives us to improve. If you're open to it, we'd like to look into the issues you're experiencing. Please contact us directly at Themerchant@waterton.com so that our team can help resolve these issues. Sincerely, The Merchant Team
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Verified Renter
November 26, 2024Spacious apartments for a fair price and a location that is convenient to downtown. Great amenities, but poor sense of community. Apartments are a bit dated and mold has been a recurring issue for myself and my friends apartments. But overall good value for the price!Property Manager Responded
December 9, 2024Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. The Merchant is now under new ownership and management. Please reach out to our office at your earliest convenience so we can work together to resolve your concerns. Sincerely, The Merchant Team
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Verified Renter
September 6, 2024I've had a great experience at The Merchant. You are paying for close proximity to all the best features Charleston has to offer. The pool gets great sun. The gym has what's needed to stay healthy, and I've never seen it get overcrowded. The Yoga room is cool too. Plus it's very dog friendly, which enhances the energy.Review from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
June 17, 2024Everyone is very nice and tries their best ot be helpfulReview from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
May 6, 2024Overall I do enjoy the merchant. The amenities and the apartment itself and the community.Property Manager Responded
June 12, 2024Hi - thanks for letting us know we went Beyond Expectations! We'll be sure to share with the team here at The Merchant!
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Great Location
March 18, 2024LOVE LOVE LOVE this location. Super convenient to get anywhere downtown or mount pleasant. I love the amenities. I moved here about a year ago and have had nothing but pleasant experiences. 10/10Property Manager Responded
May 3, 2024Hi, your review about The Merchant made our day! Thanks so much for taking the time to write. Our team makes it their mission to deliver an excellent experience. We're so glad we delivered during your visit, and we're here if you need any additional info!
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Verified Renter
February 1, 2024I’m very satisfied with the apartment however, there are some things that need to be fixed in the community. 1. The outlets in my apartment are not working. We told the front office but nothing has been done yet. 2. The pool has a leak in it and I keep being told it’s gonna be fixed. I’ve not seen anything done or any working done on it. 3. The gate to the lock has been broken for about a week and a half now has not been fixed yet. I’ve been wondering why. 4. Building three on the front built ...door is not showing up all the way and at night I find it to be unlocked and unsecure. 5. There is no clear time when the trash comes pick picks up I’m confused and what time they pick up would like to know. Thank you. Overall, I’m very satisfied with the community and the apartments beautiful. Love living at the merchant I just want some clarification on these things and also these things to be fixed. Thank you.Property Manager Responded
March 14, 2024Hi - I'm so sorry to hear your experience didn't meet your expectations (or our standards), and one of us will get in touch directly to see what we can do to make it right. Trash service is seven days a week, trash must be outside before 7pm. Valet will pick up starting at 7pm. Please email us at themerchantmgr@greystar.com when you have an opportunity, and we'll be more than happy to try and turn your experience around.
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Verified Renter
August 15, 2023I've only lived at The Merchant for a month, but so far I absolutely love it. I love the location of The Merchant and how close in proximity places are to where The Merchant is!Property Manager Responded
August 23, 2023Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to post your great review. We love hearing that our residents are enjoying their experience. If there is anything we can do to improve your time here, please feel free to contact the leasing office at 843-872-0948 or themerchant@greystar.com. Thanks again and we hope that you continue to enjoy your experience at The Merchant.
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Verified Tenant for 1 Year: DO NOT RENT FROM THEM
July 11, 2023It's my hope that folks who want to rent here will see my feedback and be able to make a more informed decision about where they choose to live. I'll detail my experience in chronological order. Moving Day: When we moved in (my wife and I), there were really no guidelines whatsoever. It was like management didn't care at all about anything; this would serve as a foreboding. The apartment smelled stale and like it hadn't been cleaned. There were huge scratches on the floor and it looked dirty and ...like no one had worked to prepare the apartment for our move in. Time Served: I was excited to use the amenities at our "Full Service" apartment complex, but throughout my time here my patience and expectations plummeted. At no point during my tenure here was I able to consistently use the poolside grills. At first they were broken, then the management office just refused to continue buying propane. Then they broke again, and that's when I pretty much gave up using it. Maintenance issues plagued us throughout the term of our contract. At one point our AC was out a whole week in the hot Charleston summer. The staff maintenance guy changed about 3-4 times while we were there, and none of them were very effective. Our bedroom door pretty much hung half affixed to the door frame for the entire time we were there, this was attempted to be fixed several times and to no avail. Our washing machine never really worked right, and while we tried to have it fixed they never were serious about addressing our issue. Small things add up over time, and I could go on and on but ultimately the management group had no interest in maintaining their assets or providing any kind of upkeep whatsoever. Time and time again, I would see things break and just sit there broken not only in our apartment but in the common areas as well. This is a sign of "Bad Ownership". Moving Out: The day has come! My expectations are low, and I don't envy the folks taking my spot. Good luck and good riddance Merchant Apartments!!! Have fun with Grey Star, they are not a model for success by any standards and have been incredibly useless.Property Manager Responded
August 23, 2023Hello, Thank you for taking the time to post your review. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience at The Merchant. As you are probably already aware, Greystar became the new management company for The Merchant on June 19, 2023 and we are happy to address all of your concerns directly. Please contact the leasing office at 843-872-0948 or themerchant@greystar.com and we can discuss this further. Thanks again and we look forward to hearing from you.
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Unsafe
March 30, 2023Multiple car jackings a week. Gate 'guarding' cars is open to the public. Can walk right in. 3rd party security team does absolutely nothing. Had a call with real estate investment rep and she told me if I really felt unsafe to dial 9-1-1. Incredibly condescending. Pretty place if you want to deal with shootings, lack of cops, carjackings, breakins, etc. I had recommended this place to multiple friends who were moving here in droves because of job transfer. We will all be moving out, some of us ...early. Not worth your windows smashed.Property Manager Responded
October 1, 2023Hello, it's upsetting to hear that you did not receive the top-notch service we strive to provide.
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Not recommended at all
January 7, 2023$300 admin fees but no cooperation by admin. First, they sent a lease for the one bedroom apartment you liked. When they take $300 and you sign, they say it is not available. They said no other one bedroom apartment is available. We had to take a 2 bedroom unit for about $1000 more. When you arrive the employee named Daisy, won’t treat you in a pleasant way. When we moved in, water smells sulphuric. There is not hot water in apartment. Plus, the elevator is not working. It’s just fancy ...interiors but even basic things are not maintained! Extremely bad experience!Property Manager Responded
October 1, 2023Hi, we regret to hear that you had a negative experience with us, but would appreciate the chance to turn your experience around. We would like to work towards a resolution, so if you are willing, please reach out to us at (843) 872-0948 to discuss this further.
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from The Merchant.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Publix
1141 Sam Rittenberg Blvd
6 minute drive / 3.23 miles away
Walgreens
1115 Old Towne Rd
7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away
Lowe's
770 Daniel Ellis Dr
9 minute drive / 4.49 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Publix
1141 Sam Rittenberg Blvd
6 minute drive / 3.23 miles away
Food Lion
3025 Ashley Town Center Dr
12 minute drive / 5.75 miles away
Hospitals
Musc Medical Center
169 Ashley Ave
5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away
Roper Hospital
316 Calhoun St
5 minute drive / 1.98 miles away
Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health
2777 Speissegger Drive
5 minute drive / 2.71 miles away
Military Bases
Charleston Coast Guard Station
5 minute drive / 2.47 miles away
Charleston Naval Base
10 minute drive / 4.81 miles away
Charleston Air Force Base
17 minute drive / 8.35 miles away
Parks and Recreation
The Merchant has 5 parks within 9.6 miles, including Rhett-Aiken House, Fort Sumpter, Waterfront Park, Patriot's Point, and Magnolia Plantation.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
The Merchant has 5 shopping centers within 2.1 miles.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,972 | $950 | $4,175 |
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $783 | $9,385 |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $960 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,169 | $8,490 |
| Charleston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,150 | $2,899 |
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| Restrictions: One-time pet fee of $350.00 for first pet & an additional $150.00 for the second pet.