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2518 Etiwan Ave

Central Island Square

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

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Atlantic on Romney

530 Savannah Hwy

MAA James Island

Foundry Point

Retreat at Riverland

Phoenix Apartments

St. James Place

Harbor Apartments

Califf Apartments

1441 Remount Rd

Parsonage Point Apartments

Williams Terrace- Independant Senior Living

Parkdale Townhomes

Lakewood Apartments

The Shires Apartments

1251 Sumner Ave

North Corner Pointe

19 Hampden Ct

The Abbey

Hampton West

River Oaks Apartments

Palmilla Apartments

Pinecrest Greene

Iron Street Apartments

Meeting Street Lofts - East Central

River Front Apartments

Avalon Hall Apartments

West Village Apartments

Feagan''s Mobile Home Park

1523 Gardenia Rd

Stallion Grove

The Folly Townhomes

The Lily At West Ashley

Kenwood Garden Apartments

South Creek James Island

Canopy at Palmetto Path

525 Stinson Dr

The Riverview

Mulberry Pond

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1000 King Street

516 Arlington Dr

Charthouse at James Island

145 Saint Philip St

Sawgrass Apartments

Enclave at West Ashley
Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,993 | $999 | $4,497 |
| Cheap Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $896 | $9,532 |
| Cheap Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,072 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,989 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $1,265 | $6,617 |
| Charleston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,235 | $4,950 |
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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 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.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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
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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.