Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crescent Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (33 Rentals)

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property at 72 America St

$1,900 - $2,550

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 1

72 America St

CharlestonSC29403

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The Abbey
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbey

2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403
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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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Sawgrass Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sawgrass Apartments

35 Crosscreek DrCharleston, SC 29412
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145S
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

145S

145 St Philip StCharleston, SC 29403
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Crescent, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Crescent Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crescent area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. The Jaunt has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Crescent apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1,300
Sky Garden Apartments4 Bed 4 Bath B14BR,4BA$1,479
Sawgrass ApartmentsAzalea1BR,1BA$1,618
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$1,703
CarolineA11BR,1BA$1,720
Element 29A02Studio,1BA$1,725
511 MeetingStudio CStudio,1BA$1,760
35 Folly Apartments35F-21BR,1BA$1,799
Bee Street2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crescent, SC

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crescent area is the $1.53 price per square foot Three Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at James Towne Village in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $1,969. The second greatest value Crescent apartment is the 187 Coming St Model at 187 Coming St, Unit A starting at $2,775 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crescent apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
James Towne VillageThree Bedroom 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.53
187 Coming St, Unit A187 Coming St3BR,1BA$2.52
15 Sires St, Unit B15 Sires St2BR,2BA$2.50
59 Hanover St, Unit C59 Hanover St2BR,1BA$2.11
129 Congress St, Unit Downtown Charleston129 Congress St3BR,1BA$2.33
The StandardThe May1BR,1BA$2.55
Sawgrass ApartmentsAzalea1BR,1BA$2.02
Avalon at James IslandA11BR,1BA$2.51
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$2.39
The JauntCooper1BR,1BA$2.01

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Crescent, Charleston, SC

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Charleston. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crescent Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Crescent?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crescent is under $1,800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crescent?

The cheapest apartment in Crescent is The Jaunt which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Crescent costs $2,825.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crescent?

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 143 regular apartments in Crescent 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 Crescent?

Cheap apartments in Crescent have an average cost of $1,008 which is $1,817 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crescent.

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

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.