
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elms of Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Elms of Charleston area of Charleston.


Ellevate St. Ives

8079 Ronda Drive, Unit 3.Upstairs Bed and Bath

8836 Deerwood Dr, Unit 8840

Deer Run
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Magnolia Branch

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Elms of Charleston, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elms of Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elms of Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $885 | $2,275 |
| Elms of Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $1,094 | $2,648 |
| Elms of Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,300 | $2,925 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elms of Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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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 $885. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellevate St. Ives | A1 - A | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Magnolia Branch | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,121 |
| Ivy Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,132 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elms of Charleston, SC
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elms of Charleston area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2x2R Model at Faris Residences Goose Creek in the in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Elms of Charleston apartment is the Oak Model at The Alden Townes starting at $1,499 with a $1.25 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faris Residences Goose Creek | 2x2R | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| The Alden Townes | Oak | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Pinewind at Liberty Hall | Cypress Floorplan | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| Ellevate St. Ives | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Deer Run | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Mosby Ingleside | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Ivy Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| North Bluff Apartments | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Alta Shores | The Sullivan | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Magnolia Branch | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleElms Of Charleston, Charleston, SC
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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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 $885, while the average apartment in Elms of Charleston costs $1,935.
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 98 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 $546 which is $1,389 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elms of Charleston.
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