
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Moreland Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (69 Rentals)
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Magnolia Downs

Spanish Oaks

Palmetto Square

The Jaunt

1523 Gardenia Rd

867 Colony Dr, Unit 68

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

201 Spring St

201 Spring St
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201 Spring St

199 Spring St

197 Spring St

201 Spring St

Madison Station

The Rumney

James Towne Village

Meeting Street Lofts

45 Sycamore Ave

199 Spring St, Unit A2 (furnished studio)
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199 Spring St, Unit B2 (furnished studio)

811 Colony Dr, Unit E 71

45 Sycamore Ave, Unit #1038

45 Sycamore Ave, Unit 1011

45 Sycamore Ave, Unit 1838

201 Spring St

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640 Cornell St, Unit West Ashley

The Standard

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35 Folly Apartments

The Jasper
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Element 29

511 Meeting

45 Sycamore Ave, Unit #1213

The Porter

Foundry Point

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688 King St, Unit A

1000 King Apartments

Caroline

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Avalon at James Island

The Merchant
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Atlantic on Romney

89 Fishburne St

650 Cornell St, Unit 59D

202 Promenade Vista St, Unit 2304

LC Line & Low

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The Guild

424 Howle Ave, Unit A

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10 WestEdge

850 Burger St

The Abbey
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Moreland, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Moreland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moreland Studio Apartments | $2,342 | $1,028 | $4,203 |
| Moreland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,681 | $1,078 | $9,385 |
| Moreland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,829 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Moreland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,858 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Moreland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Moreland Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available Moreland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Moreland area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. Palmetto Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,215. Here are the most affordable Moreland apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archer School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| Palmetto Square | 6190A3 - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Rumney | 02 | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Meeting Street Lofts | Delaware | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio,1BA | $1,871 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-R1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,046 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Moreland, SC
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Moreland area is the $1.11 price per square foot E7 Model at Hoffler Place in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Moreland apartment is the B11 Model at Atlantic on Romney starting at $3,463 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Moreland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffler Place | E7 | 5BR,5BA | $1.11 |
| Atlantic on Romney | B11 | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Sawgrass | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| The Baker House | 1 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.49 |
| The Standard | The Folly | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Palmetto Square | 6190A1R - 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| The Rumney | 02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Enhanced | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Charleston, South Carolina. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, 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 Moreland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Moreland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Moreland is under $2,046.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Moreland?
The cheapest apartment in Moreland is Palmetto Square which is listed at $1,215, while the average apartment in Moreland costs $3,504.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Moreland?
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 34 regular apartments in Moreland 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 Moreland?
Cheap apartments in Moreland have an average cost of $613 which is $2,891 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Moreland.
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