Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elms of Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (32 Rentals)

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Broadstone Ingleside
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$1,448 - $2,369
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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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8483 Yadkin Cir

North CharlestonSC29406

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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 Arbor Square priced from $1,100. 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
Arbor Square1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,100
Ivy Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,132
Brandywine TownhomesThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1,150
Jamison ParkCAMP1BR,1BA$1,300
Ellevate St. IvesA1 - A1BR,1BA$1,317
Palmetto GroveA11BR,1BA$1,345
Hallmark at Timberlake2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,363
Cypress RiverSweet Grass1BR,1BA$1,366
The Farms at Goose Creek2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$1,400
Broadstone InglesideA11BR,1BA$1,448

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elms of Charleston, SC

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elms of Charleston area is the $1.31 price per square foot The Classic Egret Model at Faris Residences Goose Creek in the in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Elms of Charleston apartment is the B2H Model at Botanic at Ingleside starting at $1,939 with a $1.50 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$1.31
Botanic at InglesideB2H2BR,2BA$1.50
Pinewind at Liberty HallMagnolia Floorplan2BR,2.5BA$1.79
Ansley CommonsThe Battery2BR,2BA$1.43
The Alden TownesMyrtle2BR,2.5BA$1.48
Hallmark at Timberlake3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.43
Palmetto ExchangeThe Edisto with Sunroom1BR,1BA$1.78
Ivy Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Arbor Square1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.69
Brandywine TownhomesThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1.80

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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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 Arbor Square which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Elms of Charleston costs $6,000.

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 40 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 $507 which is $5,493 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elms of Charleston.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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