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226 Nassau StCharleston, SC 29403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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7 Hanover St, Unit A
7 Hanover StCharleston, SC 29403
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LC Line & Low
40 Line StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Guild
128 Columbus StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Charleigh
441 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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19 Hampden Ct, Unit A
19 Hampden CtCharleston, SC 29403
48 America St, Unit A
48 America St
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139 Alexander St
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23-25 Line StCharleston, SC 29403
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East Side, Charleston, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $2,660 | $1,085 | $4,536 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $1,155 | $9,385 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,387 | $1,377 | $10,000+ |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,123 | $1,410 | $5,999 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $1,240 | $1,699 |
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Charleston, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at Sky Garden Apartments priced from $1,699. LC Line & Low has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,290. Here are the most affordable East Side 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 |
| LC Line & Low | STUDIO TYPE A | Studio,1BA | $2,290 |
| The Charleigh | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,673 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, SC
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.94 price per square foot Manor Home Model at 655 East Bay in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $5,004. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the A1C Model at The Charleigh starting at $2,673 with a $3.87 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 655 East Bay | Manor Home | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| The Charleigh | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| The Guild | SI | Studio ,1BA | $6.67 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| 7 Hanover St, Unit A | 7 Hanover St | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| LC Line & Low | STUDIO TYPE C | Studio ,1BA | $5.82 |
| Summit Place | 2BR/2BA - B5 | 2BR,2BA | $4.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side is under $5,004.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is LC Line & Low which is listed at $2,644, while the average apartment in East Side costs $4,315.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 21 regular apartments in East Side 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 East Side?
Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $690 which is $3,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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