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Archer School Apartments
226 Nassau StCharleston, SC 29403
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651 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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601 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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20 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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102 Sottile StCharleston, SC 29403
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35 Folly Rd BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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40 Bee StCharleston, SC 29403
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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 | $2,287 | $1,028 | $3,878 |
| Downtown Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,106 | $1,490 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,315 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,233 | $1,430 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $999 | $5,300 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Charleston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. The Merchant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archer School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| The Merchant | Anson | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Meeting Street Lofts | Forest Hill | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| 1000 King Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston, SC
As of August 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charleston area is the $1.35 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath E Model at Sky Garden Apartments in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $1,940. The second greatest value Downtown Charleston apartment is the B4 Model at Foundry Point starting at $2,716 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Garden Apartments | 3 Bed 3 Bath E | 3BR,3BA | $1.35 |
| Foundry Point | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 335 King St, Unit ApartmentB | 335 King St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.67 |
| 335 King St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.67 |
| 1000 King Street | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Cormac | A12D | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| The Rumney | 01B | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 8 Sires St | Unit A | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Charleston is at Archer School Apartments listed at $1,028.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment is $1,490 at Archer School Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Charleston is starting from $1,778 at Archer School Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Morrison Yard and starts from $4,906.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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