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

The Jaunt

Spanish Oaks

West Wind

Village Square

Palmetto Square
Charleston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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201 Spring St

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640 Cornell St, Unit West Ashley

201 Spring St

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53 Cypress St

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867 Colony Dr

1523 Gardenia Rd

1150 5th Ave

711 Locust St

1611 Jessamine Rd

South Creek James Island

1605 Pineview Rd
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Canopy at Palmetto Path
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 | $2,189 | $1,860 | $2,467 |
| Avondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,070 | $3,433 |
| Avondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,199 | $7,283 |
| Avondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,675 | $2,950 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Magnolia by Trion Living | The Sweetbay | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| West Wind | The Sailfish | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Palmetto Square | 6190B2R - 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,053 |
| Avalon at James Island | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,072 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard | The Wando | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Caroline | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 1728 E Avalon Cir, Unit UnitB | 1728 E Avalon Cir | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Palmetto Square | 6190B1P - 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Cormac | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Magnolia by Trion Living | The Sweetbay | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| West Wind | The Clipper | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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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