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577 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
(854) 444-7851
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The Porter

577 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29403
(854) 444-7851
The Porter in Charleston, SC - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,797 - $2,742Pricing
  • 602–934Square Feet

Rent Specials

NOW OFFERING $500 OFF FOR UNIT 702! Restrictions Apply. Contact the Office for More Details.

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About The Porter

A collection of apartment homes in Charleston, South Carolina, rich with history and layered with story. Like so many before you, like so many before them. Youve arrived at this stop along your journey, your story bursting with color, with your eyes wide with wonder at the life lived here, now and for generations before you. There is a wonderful, marvelous narrative of history and community, living right here, right now, and it welcomes you. It welcomes your story.

The Porter is located in the East Central Neighborhood and 29403 Zip code of Charleston, SC. This community is professionally managed by Madison Communities

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Porter offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,797 and having 602–934 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Floorplan S4

    From $1,797

    Studio, 1 Bath, 602 sq ft
    Available Sep 2

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,797 September 2, 2025418602

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 418 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,797

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,731 - $1,797
  • 1 Bedroom

    Floorplan A11

    From $2,017

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 604 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,017Available Now627604
    $2,017Available Now427604

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,965 - $2,017

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,017

    Unit 627 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,017

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,965 - $2,017

    Unit 427 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,017

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,965 - $2,017

    Floorplan A2

    From $2,082

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 661-664 sq ft
    Available Sep 26
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,082 September 26, 2025716664
    $2,137 September 27, 2025519663
    $2,095 October 10, 2025615661

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,082 - $2,360

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,082 - $2,137

    Unit 716 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,082

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,082 - $2,360

    Unit 519 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,137

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,082 - $2,360

    Unit 615 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,095

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,082 - $2,360

    Floorplan A10

    From $2,070

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 628 sq ft
    Available Oct 4

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,070 October 4, 2025730628

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 730 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,070

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,070 - $2,600
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan B4

    From $2,526

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 934 sq ft
    Available Nov 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,526 November 1, 2025603934
    $2,742 November 7, 2025403934

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,526 - $2,742

    Unit 603 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,526

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,526 - $2,742

    Unit 403 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,742

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,526 - $2,742
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 4 - 15 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Administrative Fee$250
Application Fee Per Applicant$75

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • $20 Monthly Pet Rent

Dogs

  • $20 Monthly Pet Rent

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
Other
Covered
Garage Parkingi1 space per apartment
  • $125/Mo
  • Matterport 3D Tours

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Bike Racks
    • Library
    • Luxury Courtyard for Outdoor Entertainment
    • Off Street Parking
    • Outdoor kitchen with grills

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • On Site Retail
    • Package Service
    • Property Manager On Site
    • Pet Play Area
    • Key Fob Entry

    Community Features

    • Lounge
    • Business Center
    • Clubhouse
    • Elevator

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Courtyard
    • Controlled Access

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Fitness Center

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Double Vanities
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Heating
    • Cable Ready
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Wi Fi
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Island Kitchen
    • Pantry
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Granite Countertops

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Views
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
    Google Map

    Map

    577 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
    Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
    Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
    Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
    Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    82 / 100

    Very Walkable

    Most errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    77 / 100

    Very Bikeable

    Biking is convenient for most trips

    Transit Score®

    41 / 100

    Some Transit

    A few nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Porter

    Where is The Porter located?

    The Porter is located at 577 Meeting St near the East Central area of Charleston, SC

    What is the current rent range at The Porter?

    Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Porter currently range from $1,797 to $2,742

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Porter are
    • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at The Porter is: NOW OFFERING $500 OFF FOR UNIT 702! Restrictions Apply. Contact the Office for More Details..

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The The Porter Apartments are 32.9% cheaper than the average apartment in the East Central area, and 9.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the East Central Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,731$2,246-$515-22.9%
      1 Bedroom$1,965$3,065-$1,100-35.9%
      2 Bedroom$2,526$4,202-$1,676-39.9%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Charleston

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,731$2,004-$273-13.6%
      1 Bedroom$1,965$2,188-$223-10.2%
      2 Bedroom$2,526$2,659-$133-5.0%

      Methodology: On 08/23/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 223 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Porter (East Central), and 830 other apartment communities in Charleston using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 08/23/2025

    • Pet Friendly 3.2

      Top Pet Friendly apartments have specified that they accept pets and feature a number pet friendly amenities for renters with furry friends.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.2-star Pet Friendly rating is based on the following features:

      • Pet Play Area
      • Elevator(s)
      • Balconies
      • Courtyard
      • Heating
      • Air Conditioning
    • Family Friendly 3.2

      Family Friendly apartments feature the best community amenities for larger families like larger floorplans, playgrounds and day care options.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.2-star Family Friendly rating is based on the following features:

      • Fitness Center
      • Smoke Free Options
      • Controlled Gate Access
      • Washer/Dryer In Unit
      • Maintenance on site
      • On-Site Retail
      • Package Service
      • Pet Play Area
      • Key Fob Entry
      • Elevator(s)
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Dishwashers
      • Property Manager on Site
      • Lounge
      • Grill(s)
      • Courtyard
      • Balconies
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Double Vanities
      • Sprinkler System
      • Tub/Showers
      • Heating
      • Air Conditioning
      • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
      • Wheelchair Access
      • Disposals
      • Freezers
      • Island Kitchens
      • Pantries
      • Ice Makers
      • Kitchens
      • Granite Countertops
      • Views
      • Vinyl Flooring
      • Cable Ready
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    • Transit Friendly 3.2

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

    • Accessibility 3.2

      Rentals with high ratings in the Accessibility category have featured top amenities and community services that can help provide for a more accessible living experience for residents.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.2-star Accessibility rating is based on the following features:

      • Wheelchair Access
      • Smoke Free Options
      • Package Service
      • Key Fob Entry
      • Elevator(s)
      • Maintenance on site
      • Property Manager on Site
      • Controlled Gate Access
      • Sprinkler System
      • Tub/Showers
      • Air Conditioning
      • Disposals
      • Dishwashers
      See more
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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    5.0
    6 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Love Team Porter!

      September 18, 2023
      The Team at The Porter are great and attentive to my needs!
      • Property Manager Responded

        April 17, 2024
        We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care! - Team Porter
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Lovely Complex

      February 25, 2023
      Great location, beautiful apartment, and nice staff. Katie was amazing with the move-in process!
      • Property Manager Responded

        March 3, 2023
        Hello Ashley, thank you for taking the time to rate us! We are glad you had a good experience at our office and hope to see you again soon! Thank You, The Porter Management
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Great place to live

      September 23, 2022
      The Porter is a great place to live. Amenities are kept clean, it is very pet friendly. The staff, Julie in particular, is awesome!! I would recommend the Porter.
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Absolute gem!!

      September 23, 2022
      Place is very nice, always kept clean. The people are very friendly here, and the staff is very nice; Julie is the best!
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Love this place

      September 22, 2022
      Great apartment complex! Julie is amazing and so welcoming! Very quiet and dog friendly with such nice neighbors
      Review from Apartments.com
    • Great Staff, Amenities and Location

      July 20, 2021
      Laura will go overboard to satisfy tenants issues and concerns
      • Property Manager Responded

        September 12, 2022
        Thank you for the 5-Star Review! We appreciate the love!
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Sanders-Clyde Elementary

    Charleston 01
    805 Morrison Drive
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (390 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    2/10

    Simmons Pinckney Middle

    Charleston 01
    244 President Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (219 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    2/10

    Burke High

    Charleston 01
    244 President Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (352 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    1/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Porter.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    360 Meeting St.
    2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away
    360 Concord St., Suite 9
    3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
    135 Meeting Street
    4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens
    1115 Old Towne Rd
    6 minute drive / 3.25 miles away
    Publix
    1141 Sam Rittenberg Blvd
    7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away
    Lowe's
    770 Daniel Ellis Dr
    8 minute drive / 3.86 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    66 Columbus Street
    1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    81 Mary Street
    1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away
    66 George St
    3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

    Groceries

    Publix
    1141 Sam Rittenberg Blvd
    7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away
    Food Lion
    3025 Ashley Town Center Dr
    12 minute drive / 5.65 miles away

    Hospitals

    169 Ashley Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away
    316 Calhoun St
    3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away
    2777 Speissegger Drive
    7 minute drive / 3.27 miles away

    Military Bases

    5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away
    11 minute drive / 5.48 miles away
    19 minute drive / 8.89 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    48 Elizabeth Street
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away
    1214 Middle Street
    4 minute drive / 1.39 miles away
    823 Meeting Street
    4 minute drive / 1.57 miles away

    The Porter has 5 parks within 9.9 miles, including Rhett-Aiken House, Fort Sumpter, Waterfront Park, Patriot's Point, and Magnolia Plantation.

    Restaurants and Dining

    232 Meeting St.
    3 minute drive / 1.31 miles away
    10 Hayne Street
    4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away
    55 S. Market St.
    4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    1015 King St
    2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away
    372 King St
    3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away
    334 E Bay St
    3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away

    The Porter has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Charleston Studio Apartments $2,004$999$5,489
    Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,188$684$10,000+
    Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,659$810$10,000+
    Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,036$1,225$10,000+
    Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,294$999$8,676

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