Cheap Homes for Rent in Charleston County, SC from $900 (84 Rentals)

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property at 1731 W Avalon Cir

$1,150

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$1,150
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1731 W Avalon Cir, Unit D

1731 W Avalon Cir
CharlestonSC29407

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property at 2945 Dove Haven Ct

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2945 Dove Haven Ct

CharlestonSC29414
property at 867 Colony Dr

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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867 Colony Dr, Unit 68

867 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407

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

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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
property at 45 Sycamore Ave

$1,600 - $2,230

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45 Sycamore Ave

CharlestonSC29407

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1106 Marquis Rd

$1,649

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$1,649
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$1,649

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1106 Marquis Rd, Unit B

1106 Marquis Rd
North CharlestonSC29405
property at 811 Colony Dr

$1,700

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$1,700
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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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811 Colony Dr, Unit E 71

811 Colony Dr
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 Creekside At Noisette Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $975. The Sandover Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,050
Clement Crossing ApartmentsPalmetto1BR,1BA$1,065
Dwell at Greenridge ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1,065
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1BA$1,076
Waverly PlaceThe Meadow - A11BR,1BA$1,095
The Teale Navy YardAStudio,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston County, SC

As of May 31, 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 Rosemary Model at Covey Homes Wescott starting at $2,050 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Limehouse Villas 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
Covey Homes WescottRosemary3BR,2.5BA$1.29
Faris Residences Goose CreekThe Classic Egret3BR,2BA$1.28
Oak Hollow3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.18
KRC Chester Place2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.32
KRC NorthlakeTwo Bedroom, One and Half Bath (BTH)2BR,1.5BA$1.16
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 1008 Apartments for Rent in Charleston County, SC with pricing that ranges from $783 to $23,000. There are also 369 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston County ranging from $900 to $13,500.

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 $900 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,285.

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 $1,600 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,179.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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.