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Ivey Creek Apartments
7131 Stall RdCharleston, SC 29406
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Sedgefield Apartments
5941 Willard DrCharleston, SC 29410
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Middleton Cove
2274-2284 Ashley River RdCharleston, SC 29414
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Boltons Landing
1450 Bluewater WayCharleston, SC 29414
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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
45 Coburg RdCharleston, SC 29407
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Sabal Palms
100 Lochaven DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Magnolia 61
1830 Magwood RdCharleston, SC 29414
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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,605 - $3,091
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Goddard Point Hope
1000 Point Hope PkyCharleston, SC 29492
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,644 - $2,332
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Atlantic At Grand Oaks
1235 Ashley Gardens BlvdCharleston, SC 29414
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Ashley Lakehouse
2235 Ashley Crossing DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Overlook Point
174 Overlook Point PlCharleston, SC 29492
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Paxton Point Hope
201 Sawyer CirCharleston, SC 29492
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The Heyward Apartments
3220 Hatchet Bay DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Parker Point
1030 Jack Primus RdCharleston, SC 29492
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655 East Bay
655 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29403
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Grande Oaks Parc
161 Grand Oaks DrCharleston, SC 29492
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Element Carolina Bay
1500 Parklawn DrCharleston, SC 29414
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The Porter
577 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Aventon Noelle
500 Verdant WayCharleston, SC 29492
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Shadowmoss Pointe Apartments and Townhomes
1052 Shadow Arbor CirCharleston, SC 29414
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Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes
3100 Ashley Town Center DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Newbrook Point Hope
301 Newbrook DrCharleston, SC 29492
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The Avenues at Verdier Pointe
3530 Verdier BlvdCharleston, SC 29414
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1000 West
1000 Bonieta Harrold DrCharleston, SC 29414
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511 Meeting
511 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Cooper River Farms
650 Enterprise BlvdCharleston, SC 29492
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The Ashley Apartments
1871 Ashley River RdCharleston, SC 29407
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Simmons Park
211 River Landing DrCharleston, SC 29492
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From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.
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Atlantic Nowell Creek
405 Intertidal DrCharleston, SC 29492
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The Beckett
1100 Hampton Rivers RdCharleston, SC 29414
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Central Island Square
50 Central Island StCharleston, SC 29492
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Atlantic on Romney
55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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Foundry Point
6 Huguenin AveCharleston, SC 29403
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Proximity Residences Charleston
2021 Proximity DrCharleston, SC 29414
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1000 King Street
1000 King StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Teale Navy Yard
2070 McMillan AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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4830 Wescott
4830 Wescott BlvdSummerville, SC 29485
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
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Reserve at Wescott
4976 Wescott BlvdSummerville, SC 29485
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Atlantic on the Boulevard
2155 Morris Baker BlvdNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Atlantic on the Avenue
6880 Rivers AveNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Silvana Oaks
8439 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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The Wilder
9691 Patriot BlvdLadson, SC 29456
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The Isley at Windsor Hill
8251 Windsor Hill BlvdNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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The Burke
1945 Hanahan RdNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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The Willow
7580 Plantation RdNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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MAA Waters Edge
9989 Dorchester RdSummerville, SC 29485
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The Apartments at Shade Tree
2030 Wildts Battery BlvdJohns Island, SC 29455
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Studio Apartments | $2,005 | $1,085 | $4,497 |
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $896 | $9,593 |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,209 | $6,617 |
| Charleston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,235 | $4,950 |
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Torin • 4+ years in Charleston
December 28, 2025Lived 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, 2025Charleston 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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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Charleston
Written by: Vicki Shivers
Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I also happen to be a native Charlestonian who attended the College of Charleston back in the day.
Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.
Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.