
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC (404 Rentals)


Society at Laurens

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Atlantic on Romney

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10 WestEdge

Foundry Point

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Laurel, A Collective

Morrison Yard

Hoffler Place

The Merchant

Element 29
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The Guild

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Summit Place

Madison Station

The Porter

655 East Bay

The Rumney

The Charles

Caroline

The Charleigh

Meeting Street Lofts
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35 Folly Apartments

930 NoMo

1000 King Street

The Jasper

511 Meeting

Archer School Apartments

Cormac

89 Fishburne St

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787 Meeting St
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14 1/2 Pitt St, Unit 131 Wentworth Street

63 Rutledge Ave, Unit 01

185 Fishburne St

48 Reid St

39 America St, Unit B

13 Elizabeth St

377 King St, Unit 205

350 King St, Unit 204

295 King St, Unit B3

199 Spring St, Unit B2 (furnished studio)
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49 Pitt St

13 Elizabeth St, Unit 13 Elizabeth B

199 Spring St, Unit A2 (furnished studio)

83 Cooper St

41 Rose Ln

199 Spring St

201 Spring St

199 Spring St

199 Spring St

201 Spring St
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Downtown Charleston, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Charleston Studio Apartments | $2,370 | $1,028 | $4,213 |
| Downtown Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $1,490 | $9,385 |
| Downtown Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,232 | $1,379 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,469 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Charleston, Charleston, and the greater Charleston area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with younger kids? this residential submarket has risen to be a leading part of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the best-regarded schools.
Luxury Living Rating
This area has a reputation as one of the best-regarded high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This section of Charleston ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Charleston
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Charleston?
There are currently 123 Studio Apartments in Downtown Charleston with rent ranges from $1,028 to $4,213 with an average price of $2,370.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Charleston ranges from $1,490 to $9,385 with an average monthly rent of $2,991.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Charleston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Charleston range from $1,379 to $15,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,232.
How expensive are Downtown Charleston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 56 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Charleston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,259 to $23,000 - averaging $6,469 for the location.
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