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119 Smith StCharleston, SC 29403
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, SC

Pricing Updated: 09/13/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, SC area range in price from $896 to $23,000 with an overall median price of $2,214. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Reserve at $1,439, Otranto at $1,467, and Ibis Glade at Tanner Plantation at $1,475. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
The Reserve$1,439$1,000133
Otranto$1,467$1,000143
Ibis Glade at Tanner Plantation$1,475$1,00097
Wentworth Hall$1,509$1,000197
Red Oak$1,525$1,000208
Elms of Charleston$1,560$1,100124
Bradford Bend at Longleaf$1,575$1,000139
North Charleston Outside Mark Clark$1,590$1,065222
Heathwood Old Towne$1,623$95181
Ardmore Sherwood Forest$1,625$95187

Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Peppertree Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $840. The Park at Hanahan in the Ibis Glade at Tanner Plantation neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $884. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peppertree Apartments1X11BR,1BA$840
The Park at Hanahan1x1 A 50%1BR,1BA$884
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
Haven at ArcoSingle SingleStudio,1BA$999
Grandview Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,008
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,050
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
The Magnolia by Trion LivingThe Sweetbay1BR,1BA$1,059
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,075
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1BA$1,076

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3 Bdr Model at Pinecrest Greene in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,417. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 21.5 Model at Brackenbrook starting at $1,524 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the West Ashley 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.
Pinecrest Greene3 Bdr3BR,2BA$0.97
Brackenbrook21.52BR,1.5BA$1.33
Latitude at Wescott2x12BR,1BA$1.28
KRC Chester Place2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Flats on Florida 33143/1.53BR,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
Peppertree Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.10

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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 a cheap apartment in Charleston?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charleston is under $1,076.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston?

The cheapest apartment in Charleston is Peppertree Apartments which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in Charleston costs $2,214.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2,297 regular apartments in Charleston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Charleston?

Cheap apartments in Charleston have an average cost of $677 which is $1,537 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston.

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