Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, IL from $300 (21 Rentals)
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The Millennium Apartments

6th St Apartments

Melrose and Brooklyn Heights Apartments

115 W Johnson Ave

Park Place
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16 W Harrison Ave, Unit 16 W Harrison
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500 S 5th St

14 N Central Ave

10065 Main St

610 S 5th St

1800 N 6th 1/2 St

432 2nd Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $672 | $550 | $795 |
Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $966 | $585 | $1,200 |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $835 | $1,500 |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $500 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at The Millennium Apartments priced from $505. 1905 12th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $910. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Millennium Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $505 |
1905 12th St | 2BDR | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
Park Place | 1639, 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $985 |
Panther Heights | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, IL and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.41 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Millennium Apartments in the starting from $505. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 1027 7th St Model at 1027 7th St, Unit 3 starting at $975 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Millennium Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.41 |
1027 7th St, Unit 3 | 1027 7th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Panther Heights | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Park Place | 1639, 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Walk Score®
57 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments
What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Millennium Apartments and starts from $505.
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