18 Line St
CharlestonSC29403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (26 Rentals)
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The Jasper
310 Broad StCharleston, SC 29401
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89 Fishburne St
89 Fishburne StCharleston, SC 29403
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511 Meeting
511 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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$2,080 - $9,535
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The Guild
128 Columbus StCharleston, SC 29403
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$2,100
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688 King St, Unit A, Unit A
688 King StCharleston, SC 29403
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$2,130 - $5,995Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
LC Line & Low
40 Line StCharleston, SC 29403
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$2,194 - $15,722Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Charleigh
441 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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$2,261 - $5,004Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 27
655 East Bay
655 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29403
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$2,338 - $6,144
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Laurel, A Collective
635 King StCharleston, SC 29403
350 King St, Unit 204, Unit 204
350 King St
CharlestonSC29401
39 America St, Unit B, Unit B
39 America St
CharlestonSC29403
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Williams Terrace- Independant Senior Living
22 Laurens StCharleston, SC 29401
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The Abbey
2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403
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145 Saint Philip St
145 St Philip StCharleston, SC 29403
89 Fishburne St
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Cornerstone Apartment Homes
92 Hasell StCharleston, SC 29401
139 Alexander St
CharlestonSC29403
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30 Chapel St
CharlestonSC29403
64.5 Columbus St
CharlestonSC29403
235 King St
CharlestonSC29401
27 Nassau St
CharlestonSC29403
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3 Bedroom Apartments
279 Coming St
279 Coming StCharleston, SC 29403
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23L
23-25 Line StCharleston, SC 29403
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73 Pitt St
73 Pitt StCharleston, SC 29403
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335 King St
335 King StCharleston, SC 29401
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Downtown, Charleston, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,512 | $1,850 | $4,203 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,476 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,201 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,517 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $1,180 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Charleston, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at Sky Garden Apartments priced from $1,699. 89 Fishburne St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,699 |
| 89 Fishburne St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| LC Line & Low | STUDIO TYPE A | Studio,1BA | $2,130 |
| The Charleigh | S1C | Studio,1BA | $2,194 |
| 511 Meeting | 1H | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Guild | SG | Studio,1BA | $2,423 |
| Society at Laurens | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,925 |
| The Jasper | Ashley B | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| The Charles | 2BR Flat | 2BR,2BA | $6,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, SC
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $4.87 price per square foot B10 Model at Society at Laurens in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the E7 Model at Hoffler Place starting at $1,500 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Society at Laurens | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $4.87 |
| Hoffler Place | E7 | 5BR,5BA | $1.11 |
| The Guild | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $6.03 |
| 511 Meeting | 1H | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| 89 Fishburne St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| LC Line & Low | 1BR TYPE N | 1BR,1BA | $5.59 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| The Charleigh | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
| Summit Place | 2BR/2BA - B5 | 2BR,2BA | $4.12 |
| 688 King St, Unit A | 688 King St | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $6,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is 89 Fishburne St which is listed at $2,050, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $4,849.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
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 46 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $758 which is $4,091 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.
A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.
Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.