Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC (392 Rentals)

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10 WestEdge
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$2,232 - $7,283

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10 WestEdge

10 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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Laurel, A Collective
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$2,446 - $6,144

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Laurel, A Collective

635 King StCharleston, SC 29403
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Atlantic on Romney
$1,973 - $4,153

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Atlantic on Romney

55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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Summit Place
$1,235 - $2,175

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Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Summit Place

530 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Guild
$2,382 - $9,645

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The Guild

128 Columbus StCharleston, SC 29403
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35 Folly Apartments
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$1,740 - $3,176

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Base Rent$1,740 - $3,176
Total Monthly Price$1,740 - $3,176
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35 Folly Apartments

35 Folly Road BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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21 Hester St, Unit 1
$3,150

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Base Rent$3,150
Total Monthly Price$3,150
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21 Hester St, Unit 1

21 Hester StCharleston, SC 29403
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43 Rose Ln, Unit A
$2,600

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Base Rent$2,600
Total Monthly Price$2,600
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43 Rose Ln, Unit A

43 Rose LnCharleston, SC 29403
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property at 19 Line St
$5,000

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Base Rent$5,000
Total Monthly Price$5,000
3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent
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19 Line St

CharlestonSC29403
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property at 61 Cooper St
$2,975

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Base Rent$2,975
Total Monthly Price$2,975
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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61 Cooper St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 348 Ashley Ave
$3,700

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Base Rent$3,700
Total Monthly Price$3,700
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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348 Ashley Ave, Unit 348 Ashley Ave A

348 Ashley Ave
CharlestonSC29403
property at 68 South St
$4,000

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Base Rent$4,000
Total Monthly Price$4,000
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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68 South St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 48 America St
$2,600

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Base Rent$2,600
Total Monthly Price$2,600
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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48 America St, Unit A

48 America St
CharlestonSC29403

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property at 13 Elizabeth St
$3,000 - $3,800

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Base Rent$3,000 - $3,800
Total Monthly Price$3,000 - $3,800
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13 Elizabeth St

CharlestonSC29403
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property at 6 Trapman St
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800
Total Monthly Price$1,800
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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6 Trapman St, Unit C

6 Trapman St
CharlestonSC29401

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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 4.0 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 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Charleston

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston, SC?

As of today, September 19, 2026, there are currently 392 available Downtown Charleston apartments priced from $1,085 to $23,000, with an average monthly rent of $3,446.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Charleston?

There are currently 125 Studio Apartments in Downtown Charleston with rent ranges from $1,085 to $4,544 with an average price of $2,362.

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 $1,155 to $9,385 with an average monthly rent of $2,820.

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 $1,377 to $15,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,037.

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 $1,455 to $23,000 - averaging $7,412 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.