Cheap Homes for Rent in French Quarter Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,500 (13 Rentals)

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property at 14 Lockwood Dr

14 Lockwood Dr

CharlestonSC29401

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property at 180 Line St

180 Line St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 37 America St

37 America St

CharlestonSC29403

French Quarter, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available French Quarter Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the French Quarter area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Meeting Street Lofts priced from $1,597. Sky Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,674. Here are the most affordable French Quarter apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meeting Street LoftsRosemanStudio,1BA$1,597
Sky Garden Apartments4 Bed 4 Bath B14BR,4BA$1,674
511 MeetingStudio KStudio,1BA$1,730
Atlantic on RomneyS1Studio,1BA$1,885
Element 29A04Studio,1BA$1,945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC

As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the French Quarter area is the $3.76 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 145S in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value French Quarter apartment is the B1 Model at Element 29 starting at $2,906 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for French Quarter apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
145S4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$3.76
Element 29B12BR,2BA$2.84
The Guild2P-T2BR,2BA$5.48
Society at LaurensA141BR,1.5BA$5.21
Morrison YardThe Morrison1BR,1BA$6.67
10 WestEdgeS4Studio ,1BA$3.87
CarolineA11BR,1BA$4.36
511 MeetingStudio EStudio ,1BA$3.37
Atlantic on RomneyA1-B1BR,1BA$5.05
Meeting Street LoftsRosemanStudio ,1BA$6.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about French Quarter

What type of rentals are currently available in French Quarter?

There are currently 296 Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,280 to $15,056. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in French Quarter ranging from $1,500 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in French Quarter?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in French Quarter ranges from $1,500 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,523.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in French Quarter?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in French Quarter range from $1,430 to $15,056, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,354 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,280.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Written by: Vicki Shivers

Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.