
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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655 East Bay

196 Nassau St

23L

19 Reid St

72 Amherst St
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28 Blake St

8 Blake St

99 Nassau St

65 Amherst St

17 Amherst St

50 Drake St
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125 Alexander St
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 | $2,531 | $1,028 | $4,203 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $1,490 | $6,722 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,132 | $1,500 | $9,535 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,350 | $4,849 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $1,180 | $4,100 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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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 Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. Sky Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archer School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,699 |
| LC Line & Low | STUDIO TYPE A | Studio,1BA | $2,130 |
| The Charleigh | S1C | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
| 655 East Bay | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,261 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, SC
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $2.58 price per square foot 17 Hampden Ct Model at 17 Hampden Ct, Unit C in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $2,835. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 1E Model at The Guild starting at $5,027 with a $6.03 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Hampden Ct, Unit C | 17 Hampden Ct | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.58 |
| The Guild | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $6.03 |
| 655 East Bay | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 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 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Charleston, SC
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side is at Archer School Apartments listed at $1,028.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment is $1,490 at Archer School Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side is starting from $1,778 at Archer School Apartments.
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