Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charleston City Market Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (10 Rentals)

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79 Society St
Studio Apartments

79 Society St

79 Society StCharleston, SC 29401
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241-243 E Bay St
Studio Apartments

241-243 E Bay St

241-243 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29401
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One Vendue Range
2 Bedroom Apartments

One Vendue Range

1 Vendue RangeCharleston, SC 29401
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175 King St
Studio Apartments

175 King St

175 King StCharleston, SC 29401

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360 King St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

360 King St

360 King StCharleston, SC 29401
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46 Queen Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

46 Queen Street

46 Queen StCharleston, SC 29401
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The Canterbury House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Canterbury House

165-175 Market StCharleston, SC 29401
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62 Broad St
Studio Apartments

62 Broad St

62 Broad StCharleston, SC 29401
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Charleston City Market, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Charleston City Market Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
335 King St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,200
Society at LaurensA131BR,1BA$3,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston City Market, SC

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston City Market area is the $5.18 price per square foot PH1 Model at Society at Laurens in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $9,971. The second greatest value Charleston City Market apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 335 King St starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston City Market apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Society at LaurensPH12BR,2.5BA$5.18
335 King St2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.67

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Charleston City Market, Charleston, SC

Ranked #32

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Charleston City Market Neighborhood in Charleston, SC

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston City Market Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston City Market?

The cheapest apartment in Charleston City Market is Society at Laurens which is listed at $3,425, while the average apartment in Charleston City Market costs $7,087.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston City Market?

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 1 regular apartments in Charleston City Market that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.