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property at 2945 Dove Haven Ct

$1,400

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$1,400
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2945 Dove Haven Ct

CharlestonSC29414

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property at 2162 Bees Ferry Rd

$1,600

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$1,600
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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2162 Bees Ferry Rd

CharlestonSC29414

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 4338 Great Oak Dr

$1,700

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$1,700
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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4338 Great Oak Dr

North CharlestonSC29418

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1915 Tropicana Rd

$1,700

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$1,700
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1915 Tropicana Rd

North CharlestonSC29406

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 45 Sycamore Ave

$1,795 - $2,230

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45 Sycamore Ave

CharlestonSC29407

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Cheapest Available Charleston County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston County, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Icon @ Park Circle in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $975. Creekside At Noisette Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$975
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
Dwell at Greenridge ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$995
Pebble Creek Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Clement Crossing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$1,025
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
The Magnolia by Trion LivingThe Sweetbay1BR,1BA$1,040
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston County, SC

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston County area is the $1.27 price per square foot Concord Model at Highland Townhomes in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $2,033. The second greatest value Charleston County apartment is the 2 Bedroom w/Great Room Model at Crowfield Greene starting at $1,225 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Bradford Bend at Longleaf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland TownhomesConcord3BR,2.5BA$1.27
Crowfield Greene2 Bedroom w/Great Room2BR,2BA$0.92
Lakewood Lodge2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Oak Hollow3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.18
KRC NorthlakeTwo Bedroom, One and Half Bath (BTH)2BR,1.5BA$1.16
KRC Wedgewood2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18
KRC Edgetwo bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.26

Frequently Asked Questions about Charleston County

What type of rentals are currently available in Charleston County?

There are currently 1017 Apartments for Rent in Charleston County, SC with pricing that ranges from $783 to $23,000. There are also 352 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston County ranging from $875 to $14,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charleston County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charleston County ranges from $875 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,931.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charleston County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charleston County range from $1,259 to $23,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,169.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.