
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the NOMO Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,200 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the NOMO area of Charleston.


The Rumney

The Merchant

Element 29

60 Romney St

The Porter
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Atlantic on Romney

Foundry Point

Cormac

1000 King Street

Meeting Street Lofts - East Central

195 Romney St
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NOMO, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in NOMO?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOMO Studio Apartments | $1,797 | $1,509 | $2,161 |
| NOMO 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,600 | $2,569 |
| NOMO 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $1,900 | $3,395 |
| NOMO 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,200 | $2,900 |
| NOMO 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,387 | $4,975 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the NOMO Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available NOMO Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the NOMO area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Meeting Street Lofts priced from $1,509. The Merchant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,585. Here are the most affordable NOMO apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting Street Lofts | Roseman | Studio,1BA | $1,509 |
| The Merchant | Anson | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio,1BA | $1,596 |
| The Porter | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,724 |
| The Rumney | 01A | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in NOMO, SC
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the NOMO area is the $3.81 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Bridgeview Village in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $3,904. The second greatest value NOMO apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1000 King Street starting at $1,900 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the West Ashley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for NOMO apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeview Village | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.81 |
| 1000 King Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Rumney | 01A | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Madison Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Cormac | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
| The Porter | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Element 29 | A01 | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
| Atlantic on Romney | S6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| The Merchant | Anson | Studio ,1BA | $4.23 |
| Meeting Street Lofts | Roseman | Studio ,1BA | $5.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap NOMO Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in NOMO?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in NOMO is under $2,960.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in NOMO?
The cheapest apartment in NOMO is Element 29 which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in NOMO costs $5,387.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in NOMO?
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 12 regular apartments in NOMO that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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