Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $2,500 (357 Rentals)

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The Charleigh
$2,157 - $8,223
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$2,098 - $8,164
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$59
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$2,157 - $8,223
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The Charleigh

441 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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10 WestEdge
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$2,050 - $7,275
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$1,995 - $7,220
Required Monthly Fees
$55
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$2,050 - $7,275
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10 WestEdge

10 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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Morrison Yard
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$1,994 - $15,700
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$1,899 - $15,605
Required Monthly Fees
$95
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$1,994 - $15,700
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Morrison Yard

838 Morrison DrCharleston, SC 29403
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Atlantic on Romney
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$1,873 - $3,538
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$1,735 - $3,400
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$138
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$1,873 - $3,538
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Atlantic on Romney

55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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Mulberry Pond
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$1,850 - $1,900
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$1,843 - $1,893
Required Monthly Fees
$7
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$1,850 - $1,900
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Mulberry Pond

1715-1735 Grech StCharleston, SC 29407
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Avalon at James Island
$1,757 - $9,352
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$1,715 - $9,310
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$42
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$1,757 - $9,352
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Avalon at James Island

202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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35 Folly Apartments
$1,756 - $6,324
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$1,671 - $6,239
Required Monthly Fees
$85
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$1,756 - $6,324
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

35 Folly Apartments

35 Folly Rd BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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Element Carolina Bay
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$1,721 - $2,112
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$1,676 - $2,067
Required Monthly Fees
$45
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$1,721 - $2,112
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Element Carolina Bay

1500 Parklawn DrCharleston, SC 29414
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The Avenues at Verdier Pointe
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$1,738 - $3,862
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$1,699 - $3,823
Required Monthly Fees
$39
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$1,738 - $3,862
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The Avenues at Verdier Pointe

3530 Verdier BlvdCharleston, SC 29414
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The Halcyon
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$1,720 - $2,485
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$1,610 - $2,375
Required Monthly Fees
$110
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$1,720 - $2,485
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The Halcyon

900 Corby LnCharleston, SC 29492
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Riverland Woods
$1,714 - $3,059
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$1,669 - $3,014
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$45
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$1,714 - $3,059
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Riverland Woods

1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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Enclave at West Ashley
$1,699 - $1,924
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$1,667 - $1,892
Required Monthly Fees
$32
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$1,699 - $1,924
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Enclave at West Ashley

1801 Haddon Hall DrCharleston, SC 29414
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The Heyward Apartments
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$1,658 - $2,298
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$1,515 - $2,155
Required Monthly Fees
$143
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$1,658 - $2,298
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The Heyward Apartments

3220 Hatchet Bay DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Newbrook Point Hope
$1,642 - $2,947
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$1,600 - $2,905
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$42
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$1,642 - $2,947
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Newbrook Point Hope

301 Newbrook DrCharleston, SC 29492
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Parker Point
Rent Specials
$1,610 - $3,282
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$1,570 - $3,242
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$40
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$1,610 - $3,282
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Parker Point

1030 Jack Primus RdCharleston, SC 29492
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1000 West
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$1,610 - $2,556
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$1,472 - $2,418
Required Monthly Fees
$138
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$1,610 - $2,556
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1000 West

1000 Bonieta Harrold DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Goddard Point Hope
$1,593 - $2,803
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$1,528 - $2,738
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$65
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$1,593 - $2,803
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Goddard Point Hope

1000 Point Hope PkyCharleston, SC 29492
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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 Charleston

How much are Studio apartments in Charleston?

There are currently 344 Studio Apartments in Charleston with rent ranges from $995 to $3,610 with an average price of $1,827.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Charleston Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Charleston ranges from $783 to $12,859 with an average monthly rent of $2,013.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Charleston range from $960 to $15,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,414.

How expensive are Charleston Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 267 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Charleston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,250 to $23,000 - averaging $2,776 for the location.

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.