
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avondale Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Avondale area of Charleston.


8 Strawberry Ln

Spanish Oaks

The Jaunt

West Wind

The Riverview

Palmetto Square
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The Magnolia by Trion Living

1523 Gardenia Rd

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Village Square

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1215 Wimbee Dr, Unit 1215 Wimbee Dr

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8 Hagood Ave, Unit 8B Hagood ave

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10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B
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Avondale, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avondale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale Studio Apartments | $2,052 | $1,610 | $2,888 |
| Avondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,006 | $3,416 |
| Avondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $1,227 | $7,275 |
| Avondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,329 | $1,100 | $4,195 |
| Avondale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,391 | $4,975 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Avondale Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available Avondale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avondale area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Spanish Oaks priced from $1,108. The Jaunt has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,205. Here are the most affordable Avondale apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| The Jaunt | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| West Wind | The Sailfish | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Riverview | 6191A1R - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Palmetto Square | 6190A3R - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Magnolia by Trion Living | The Sweetbay | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Enhanced | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Standard | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| Mulberry Place Apartments | The Randolf | 2BR,1BA | $1,789 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avondale, SC
As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avondale area is the $1.20 price per square foot 10 Riverdale Dr Model at 10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Avondale apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1000 King Street starting at $2,000 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the West Ashley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avondale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B | 10 Riverdale Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 1000 King Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Mulberry Place Apartments | The Randolf | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| Spanish Oaks | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 8 Hagood Ave, Unit 8B Hagood ave | 8 Hagood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Magnolia by Trion Living | The Sweetbay | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Riverview | 6191A1P - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Palmetto Square | 6190A1R - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| West Wind | The Clipper | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avondale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Avondale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Avondale is under $1,789.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Avondale?
The cheapest apartment in Avondale is Spanish Oaks which is listed at $1,108, while the average apartment in Avondale costs $5,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Avondale?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 44 regular apartments in Avondale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Avondale?
Cheap apartments in Avondale have an average cost of $880 which is $4,520 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Avondale.
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