
Gated Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $2,000 (46 Rentals)


1000 King Street

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Atlantic Nowell Creek

The Jasper

The Heyward Apartments

Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes

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35 Folly Apartments

The Standard

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

Central Island Square
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Aventon Noelle

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Goddard Point Hope

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Parker Point

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Atlantic At Grand Oaks

Sky Garden Apartments

MAA Cypress Cove

17 South Apartments

The Preserve at Essex Farms

Ashley River Apartments

Hoffler Place
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The Jaunt

Archer School Apartments

The Porter

655 East Bay

The Rumney

Madison Station

Retreat at Riverland

MAA 1201 Midtown

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Satori West Ashley

Sweetgrass Landing
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The Boulevard (SC)

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Asher

The Emmett on Montague

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Monty

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The Burke

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Riviera at Seaside

Palisades of Charleston

Sage at 1240

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Storehouse Nine

Atlantic on the Boulevard
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Atlantic on the Avenue

Abberly Crossing Apartment Homes

Latitude at Wescott

The Wilder

Icon @ Park Circle

Sage at Ingleside
Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Studio Apartments | $2,035 | $999 | $4,213 |
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $783 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $960 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,180 | $8,200 |
| Charleston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $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 Gated Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Charleston is at Icon @ Park Circle listed at $1,050.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Charleston Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Charleston is $3,494.
What is the largest Gated Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Charleston is a 3,488 square feet unit starting from $6,950 at The Charles.
What is the average size for Charleston Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Charleston is currently at 658 sq ft.
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