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Broadstone Ingleside
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$1,470 - $2,353
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Broadstone Ingleside

8400 Palmetto Commerce PkyLadson, SC 29456
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Jamison Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jamison Park

2245 Greenridge RdNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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North Bluff Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Bluff Apartments

7925 Saint Ives RdNorth Charleston, 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 2 Beds unit found at Ellevate St. Ives priced from $1,094. Ivy Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,132. Here are the most affordable Elms of Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ellevate St. IvesB1 - A2BR,1BA$1,094
Ivy Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,132
Brandywine TownhomesThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1,150
Arbor Square2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1,200
Palmetto GroveA11BR,1BA$1,248
Cypress RiverThe Jessamine1BR,1BA$1,320
Magnolia Branch2 bed, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,322
Jamison ParkARCHDALE2BR,2BA$1,355
Hallmark at Timberlake2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,363
Ansley CommonsThe Sumter1BR,1BA$1,373

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elms of Charleston, SC

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elms of Charleston area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Classic Egret Model at Faris Residences Goose Creek in the in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Elms of Charleston apartment is the Cypress Floorplan Model at Pinewind at Liberty Hall starting at $1,781 with a $1.58 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 Classic Egret3BR,2BA$1.28
Pinewind at Liberty HallCypress Floorplan2BR,2.5BA$1.58
Hallmark at Timberlake3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.43
Jamison ParkELMS2BR,2BA$1.37
Atlantic PalmsB22BR,2BA$1.57
Magnolia Branch2 bed, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.35
Ivy Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Arbor Square2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.50
Palmetto GroveA11BR,1BA$1.79
Brandywine TownhomesThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1.80

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Brandywine Townhomes which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Elms of Charleston costs $1,974.

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 35 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 $599 which is $1,375 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elms of Charleston.

Expert Rental Resources

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.