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655 E Bay 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 | $2,464 | $1,028 | $2,690 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,015 | $1,490 | $4,125 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $1,670 | $9,440 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,565 | $1,999 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $1,280 | $5,200 |
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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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East Side, Charleston, SC Local Guide
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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 $1,479. 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 | $1,479 |
| The Charleigh | S1B | Studio,1BA | $2,054 |
| Summit Place | Studio - S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,199 |
| 655 East Bay | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, SC
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $2.05 price per square foot 87 America St Model at 87 America St, Unit A in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 107 Hanover St Model at 107 Hanover St, Unit A starting at $2,700 with a $3.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 America St, Unit A | 87 America St | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.05 |
| 107 Hanover St, Unit A | 107 Hanover St | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 655 East Bay | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 400 Meeting | Beresford | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| The Guild | SF | Studio ,1BA | $5.75 |
| The Charleigh | S1B | Studio ,1BA | $3.57 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath BM | 1BR,1BA | $6.57 |
| Summit Place | Studio - S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Charleston, SC
Ranked #27
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Side Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $3,880.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is Archer School Apartments which is listed at $1,490, while the average apartment in East Side costs $4,045.
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 78 regular apartments in East Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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