
New Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $2,000 (78 Rentals)


511 Meeting

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Atlantic Nowell Creek

Element 29

The Jasper

The Heyward Apartments

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The Halcyon

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35 Folly Apartments

Cooper River Farms

The Standard
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The Beckett

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Newbrook Point Hope

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Overlook Point

Central Island Square

Wharf 7

Harper Place at Bees Ferry

Aventon Noelle

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Goddard Point Hope

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Parker Point

Grande Oaks Parc
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Atlantic At Grand Oaks

Paxton Point Hope

Sky Garden Apartments

Aspire at James Island

Founders Yard

Meeting Street Lofts

Sweetwater Apartments

Bluewater at Bolton's Landing

17 South Apartments

Cooper River Farms Phase 2
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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Hoffler Place

Haven on Henry

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Summit Place

Archer School Apartments

The Porter

655 East Bay

The Rumney

Madison Station

Charthouse at James Island
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Proximity Residences Charleston

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Park Circle Village Apartments

The Six

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Bridgeside at Patriots Point

Legacy Mount Pleasant Apartments

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Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes

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The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments

Stono Oaks

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Satori West Ashley
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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 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 New Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Charleston is at The Teale Navy Yard listed at $999.
How much is the average rent for a New Charleston Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Charleston is $3,022.
What is the largest New Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's New 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 New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Charleston is currently at 669 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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.

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.

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.