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The Harrison

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Palms on Ashley River Apartments

The Wilder

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Atlantic on the Avenue

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Barony Place Apartments at Horizon Village

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Canopy at the Element

Palmetto Creek Townhomes

The Edge on Noisette Creek Apartments

1912 E Montague Ave
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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 | $2,030 | $1,028 | $4,213 |
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $783 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $960 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,180 | $8,200 |
| Charleston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Charleston, SC Area Reviews
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 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 $840 at Peppertree 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 $880 at Peppertree Apartments.
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.
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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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