Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avondale Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $965 (30 Rentals)

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The Shires Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Shires Apartments

1020 Little John DrCharleston, SC 29407
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Hampton West
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton West

554 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403
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River Oaks Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

1102 Hillside DrCharleston, SC 29407
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Palmilla Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palmilla Apartments

1385 Ashley River RdCharleston, SC 29407
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West Village Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Village Apartments

1645 N Woodmere DrCharleston, SC 29407
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1523 Gardenia Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1523 Gardenia Rd

1523 Gardenia RdCharleston, SC 29407

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Avondale, Charleston, SC Local Guide

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 The Magnolia by Trion Living priced from $1,059. Spanish Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Avondale apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Magnolia by Trion LivingThe Sweetbay1BR,1BA$1,059
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
West WindThe Sailfish1BR,1BA$1,225
Palmetto Square6190B2R - 2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,395
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1,510
The StandardThe Kiawah1BR,1BA$1,865
35 Folly Apartments35F-41BR,1BA$2,053
Avalon at James IslandS1Studio,1BA$2,072
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2,246

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avondale, SC

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avondale area is the $2.61 price per square foot The Wando Model at The Standard in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $2,815. The second greatest value Avondale apartment is the B2 Model at Caroline starting at $2,992 with a $2.84 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The StandardThe Wando2BR,2BA$2.61
CarolineB22BR,2BA$2.84
1728 E Avalon Cir, Unit UnitB1728 E Avalon Cir2BR,1BA$2.19
Palmetto Square6190B1P - 2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.74
CormacA31BR,1BA$3.08
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$2.01
35 Folly Apartments35F-41BR,1BA$2.84
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
The Magnolia by Trion LivingThe Sweetbay1BR,1BA$1.51
West WindThe Clipper1BR,1BA$2.24

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Avondale, Charleston, SC

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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avondale Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Avondale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Avondale Apartment is $1,059 at The Magnolia by Trion Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Avondale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Avondale is starting from $1,342 at The Magnolia by Trion Living.

What is the most affordable Avondale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Avondale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Jaunt and starts from $1,675.

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