Studio Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $5,100 (66 Rentals)

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Atlantic on Romney
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$1,905 - $2,185
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$2,043 - $3,813
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Studio Apartments Available Jul 3

Atlantic on Romney

55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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10 WestEdge
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$2,161 - $2,356
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$2,161 - $7,282
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Studio Apartments Available Jul 9

10 WestEdge

10 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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Goddard Point Hope
$1,657 - $1,928
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$1,698 - $3,085
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Goddard Point Hope

1000 Point Hope PkyCharleston, SC 29492
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Newbrook Point Hope
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$1,750 - $1,905
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$1,767 - $2,917
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Newbrook Point Hope

301 Newbrook DrCharleston, SC 29492
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The Guild
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$2,278 - $4,399
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$2,145 - $9,535
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The Guild

128 Columbus StCharleston, SC 29403
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Summit Place
$1,970 - $1,975
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$1,150 - $2,100
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$1,150 - $2,100
Studio Apartments Available Aug 15

Summit Place

530 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Avalon at James Island
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$1,936 - $2,685
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$2,013 - $3,607
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$2,013 - $3,607
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Avalon at James Island

202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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35 Folly Apartments
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$1,710 - $1,928
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$1,830 - $3,390
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$1,830 - $3,390
Studio Apartments Available Aug 10

35 Folly Apartments

35 Folly Rd BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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688 King St, Unit A
$2,000
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$2,000
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688 King St, Unit A

688 King StCharleston, SC 29403
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Retreat at Riverland
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Retreat at Riverland

1025 Riverland Woods PlzCharleston, SC 29412
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335 King St
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335 King St

335 King StCharleston, SC 29401
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The Abbey
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The Abbey

2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403
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Hampton West
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Hampton West

554 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403
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Harmony at West Ashley
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Harmony at West Ashley

1925 Essex Farms DrCharleston, SC 29414
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The Willow
$1,447 - $1,567
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$1,547 - $2,224
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The Willow

7580 Plantation RdNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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Monty
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$1,602 - $1,722
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$1,707 - $2,469
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Studio Apartments Available Jul 9

Monty

2403 Mall DrNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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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 Studio Charleston Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charleston with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Charleston is at Archer School Apartments listed at $1,028.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Charleston Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Charleston is $2,043.

What is the largest available Studio Charleston Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Charleston is a 809 square feet unit starting from $1,817 at Cooper River Farms.

What is the average size for Charleston Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Charleston is currently 589 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

Written by: Vicki Shivers

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.