Cheap Homes for Rent in French Quarter Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,500 (25 Rentals)

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property at 14 Lockwood Dr

$1,700 - $2,650

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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14 Lockwood Dr

CharlestonSC29401

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property at 49 Chapel St

$2,100 - $2,200

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

49 Chapel St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 1 Cool Blow St

$2,200

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$2,200
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$2,200

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 16

1 Cool Blow St, Unit Cool Blow

1 Cool Blow St
CharlestonSC29403

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property at 293 King St

$2,300 - $2,500

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 4

293 King St

CharlestonSC29401

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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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 Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. Element 29 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,616. Here are the most affordable French Quarter apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
Element 29A01Studio,1BA$1,616
Sky Garden Apartments4 Bed 4 Bath B14BR,4BA$1,649
655 East BayS1Studio,1BA$1,699
The PorterS3Studio,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the French Quarter area is the $2.83 price per square foot 175 Wentworth St Model at 175 Wentworth St, Unit B in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value French Quarter apartment is the The Essex Model at Bridgeside at Patriots Point starting at $2,841 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Mt Pleasant 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.
175 Wentworth St, Unit B175 Wentworth St2BR,2BA$2.83
Bridgeside at Patriots PointThe Essex2BR,2BA$2.35
15 Sires St15 Sires St2BR,2BA$2.80
129 Congress St, Unit Downtown Charleston129 Congress St3BR,1BA$2.33
8 Hagood Ave, Unit 8B Hagood ave8 Hagood Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
34 Morris St34 Morris St1BR,1BA$1.78
Bee Street2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.80
The Rumney041BR,1BA$2.96
The PorterS3Studio ,1BA$2.86
Element 29A01Studio ,1BA$2.87

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about French Quarter

What type of rentals are currently available in French Quarter?

There are currently 317 Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,028 to $23,000. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in French Quarter ranging from $1,500 to $9,000.

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 $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,417.

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 $1,100 to $23,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,840 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,169.

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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