Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elms of Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (11 Rentals)

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7927 St Ives RdCharleston, SC 29406
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Elms of Charleston, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elms of Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elms of Charleston area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Ellevate St. Ives priced from $1,052. Magnolia Branch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,121. Here are the most affordable Elms of Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ellevate St. IvesA1 - A1BR,1BA$1,052
Magnolia Branch1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,121
Ivy Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,132
Brandywine TownhomesThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1,150
Jamison ParkCAMP1BR,1BA$1,219

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elms of Charleston, SC

As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elms of Charleston area is the $1.38 price per square foot The Cypress Model at Faris Residences Goose Creek in the in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood starting from $1,685. The second greatest value Elms of Charleston apartment is the Cypress Floorplan Model at Pinewind at Liberty Hall starting at $1,925 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elms of Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Faris Residences Goose CreekThe Cypress2BR,2BA$1.38
Pinewind at Liberty HallCypress Floorplan2BR,2.5BA$1.71
Ellevate St. IvesC13BR,2BA$1.60
Hallmark at Timberlake3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.43
Deer Run2x22BR,2BA$1.43
Ashton WoodsBradley2BR,2BA$1.41
Ivy Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Alta ShoresThe Edisto1BR,1BA$1.67
North Bluff Apartments111BR,1BA$1.71
Magnolia Branch1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.49

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Charleston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elms of Charleston Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elms of Charleston?

The cheapest apartment in Elms of Charleston is Ellevate St. Ives which is listed at $1,052, while the average apartment in Elms of Charleston costs $1,827.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elms of Charleston?

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 79 regular apartments in Elms of Charleston 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 Elms of Charleston?

Cheap apartments in Elms of Charleston have an average cost of $514 which is $1,313 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elms of Charleston.

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