
Senior Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC (32 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in Charleston with convenient services, and fun activities.


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Claremont Daniel Island

The Preserve at Essex Farms

Seven Farms Village

Archer School Apartments

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Shady Grove Apartments - Senior Living

Grandview Apartments
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Meade

St. James Place

Harbor Apartments

Williams Terrace- Independant Senior Living

Hampton West

Ashley Park by Barclay House

Harmony at West Ashley

Buskirk
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62 Broad St

Kings Crossing

North Central Apartments - Senior Complex

Ansonborough House

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Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes

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Album Dorchester

The Apartments at Shade Tree
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Park Circle Village Apartments

Sweetgrass Landing

1819 Clement Ave

Cooper River Villages 55+ All Inclusive

Somerby Mount Pleasant

The Park at Hanahan

John's Island Rural Housing

Harmony at Wescott
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Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Senior Studio Apartments | $1,978 | $1,085 | $4,513 |
| Charleston Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $896 | $9,861 |
| Charleston Senior 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston Senior 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston Senior 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $1,209 | $8,289 |
| Charleston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $1,235 | $5,500 |
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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.
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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 Senior Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in Charleston is at Shady Grove Apartments - Senior Living listed at $951.
How much is the average rent for a Senior Charleston Apartment?
The average rent for a Senior Apartment in Charleston is $2,234.
What is the largest Senior Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in Charleston is a 1,596 square feet unit starting from $1,850 at Sweetgrass Landing.
What is the average size for Charleston Senior Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Senior rental in Charleston is currently at 699 sq ft.
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