Cheap Homes for Rent in the French Quarter Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,550 (18 Rentals)

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property at 199 Spring St
$1,550
1 Bedroom Rentals
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199 Spring St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 197 Spring St
$1,550
1 Bedroom Rentals
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Furnished

197 Spring St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 201 Spring St
$1,550 - $3,000
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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Furnished

201 Spring St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 75 Society St
$1,899 - $2,549
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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75 Society St

CharlestonSC29401

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property at 6 Trapman St
$2,250

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Base Rent$2,250

Total Monthly Price$2,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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6 Trapman St, Unit C

6 Trapman St
CharlestonSC29401
property at 272 Alexandra Dr
$2,275

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,275

Total Monthly Price$2,275
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 26
Luxury

272 Alexandra Dr, Unit 13

272 Alexandra Dr
Mount PleasantSC29464
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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 Element 29 priced from $1,847. 511 Meeting has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,860. Here are the most affordable French Quarter apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Element 29A02Studio,1BA$1,847
511 MeetingStudio CStudio,1BA$1,860
Atlantic on RomneyS1Studio,1BA$1,923
Madison StationA11BR,1BA$1,999
930 NoMoD11BR,1BA$2,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the French Quarter area is the $2.13 price per square foot Manor Home Model at 655 East Bay in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $5,499. The second greatest value French Quarter apartment is the 159 Alexander St Model at 159 Alexander St, Unit 159 Alexander Apt. B starting at $4,500 with a $2.50 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.
655 East BayManor Home3BR,2BA$2.13
159 Alexander St, Unit 159 Alexander Apt. B159 Alexander St4BR,2BA$2.50
16 Reid St16 Reid St3BR,1.5BA$2.54
123 Coming St, Unit C123 Coming St3BR,1BA$2.50
Hoffler PlaceD34BR,4BA$1.41
CarolineB22BR,2BA$2.83
19 Hampden Ct, Unit A19 Hampden Ct3BR,1BA$2.25
930 NoMoD11BR,1BA$3.20
119 Smith St119 Smith St1BR,1BA$2.31
Element 29A02Studio ,1BA$3.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about French Quarter

What type of rentals are currently available in French Quarter?

There are currently 316 Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,085 to $23,000. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in French Quarter ranging from $1,550 to $8,500.

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 $1,550 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,413.

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 $1,309 to $23,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,209.

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