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$1,479 - $3,385
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1000 Bonieta Harrold DrCharleston, SC 29414
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$1,495 - $2,995

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Available Jun 10

1713 McHenry Ave

CharlestonSC29412
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Retreat at Riverland
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Retreat at Riverland

1025 Riverland Woods PlzCharleston, SC 29412
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Phoenix Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Phoenix Apartments

3829 St Johns AveCharleston, SC 29405

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Charleston, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, SC

Pricing Updated: 04/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, SC area range in price from $800 to $19,995 with an overall median price of $4,598. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ardmore Sherwood Forest at $1,650, Elms of Charleston at $1,400, and Red Oak at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ardmore Sherwood Forest$1,650$1,6501
Elms of Charleston$2,367$1,4009
Red Oak$2,367$1,4005
Wentworth Hall$2,367$1,4004
Otranto$2,367$85014
NOMO$2,372$1,5336
Ibis Glade at Tanner Plantation$2,525$8509
Bradford Bend at Longleaf$2,742$1,50030
Riverland Terrace$2,750$1,59514
Upper Peninsula$2,750$1,5336

Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Creekside At Noisette Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $975. Forest Cove Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Clement Crossing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$1,025
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,050
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Waverly PlaceA11BR,1BA$1,063
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1BA$1,076

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.27 price per square foot Concord Model at Highland Townhomes in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $2,027. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 2x1 Model at Latitude at Wescott starting at $1,462 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Sandpines at Wescott neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland TownhomesConcord3BR,2.5BA$1.27
Latitude at Wescott2x12BR,1BA$1.30
KRC Wedgewood2 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
Palms on Ashley River Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18
KRC Edgetwo bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Pinecrest Greene1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Charleston Overview

Charleston is one of South Carolina's oldest cities that has a bustling population of over 100,000 people. Southern Charm and old-world grandeur still shine brightly on its cobblestone streets and colonial architecture. For the history buff and urban explorer there is plenty to discover among Charleston's walkable streets. For the foodie in you, there are enough world-class restaurants to suit all your cravings. When you choose a Charleston apartment, you place yourself in the center of a vibrant city with over 300 years of history.

Why live in Charleston, SC?

When you choose a Charleston apartment, you are immersing yourself in a modern city with an old-world feel. Though it is a city, people take things a little slower and you really do feel that southern hospitality and charm wherever you go. With all the great things to see and do, you will be glad you chose an apartment in Charleston.

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Torin • 4+ years in Charleston

December 28, 2025

Lived here all 31 years of life and it’s gotten unbearable for actual locals. Too many houses being built for the rich to move here without thought for the locals who do all of the actual work to keep the city working and functional. At 31 I can’t buy a house here on my $50,000 a year salary and I barely afford living since rent is $2,000+ a month for a 2-3 bedroom apartment which is how much I should be paying for a mortgage on a nice 3 bedroom house. Traffic is bad yeah no duh when all we do is build houses for more people to move here on streets that haven’t been updated since the 70s and 80s that’s just common sense! There’s no room for more so stop building apartments that cost tooo much and houses that are out of our budget with homes starting at $500,000 no one wants your cheap construction cookie cutter HOA crap neighborhoods but the wealthy and they are coming from out of state. Build me some brick classic ranch style neighborhoods no HOA and starting rate at $280,000.

Vicki • 4+ years in Charleston

February 25, 2025

Charleston is a great place to live and work. It's a beautiful coastal area with lots of things to see and do. The downside to living in Charleston is the traffic! The combination of locals and tourists on the roads make it almost impossible to get around. It's also a bit pricey to live in the Holy City...but the charm, views, laid back lifestyle, and Southern hospitality cannot be beat!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charleston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charleston is at Archer School Apartments listed at $1,028.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment is $975 at Creekside At Noisette Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charleston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston is starting from $1,076 at Oakridge Townhouses.

What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Icon @ Park Circle and starts from $1,300.

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

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Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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