Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,100 (17 Rentals)

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property at 874 Colony Dr

874 Colony Dr

CharlestonSC29407

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property at 64 Columbus St

64 Columbus St

CharlestonSC29403

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property at 37 America St

37 America St

CharlestonSC29403

North Central, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at The Merchant priced from $1,640. 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 North Central apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MerchantAnsonStudio,1BA$1,640
Sky Garden Apartments4 Bed 4 Bath B14BR,4BA$1,674
Meeting Street LoftsCapaStudio,1BA$1,839
511 Meeting1D1BR,1BA$1,950
Element 29A51BR,1BA$1,953

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $2.64 price per square foot 175 Wentworth St Model at 175 Wentworth St, Unit B in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Bridgeview Village starting at $3,750 with a $3.65 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
175 Wentworth St, Unit B175 Wentworth St2BR,2BA$2.64
Bridgeview Village3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.65
511 Meeting2F2BR,2BA$2.99
35 Folly Apartments35F-92BR,2BA$2.81
Element 29A101BR,1BA$2.93
CarolineA11BR,1BA$3.68
Meeting Street LoftsCapaStudio ,1BA$3.22
10 WestEdgeS4Studio ,1BA$3.87
Atlantic on RomneyA1-B1BR,1BA$5.05
The MerchantAnsonStudio ,1BA$4.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central

What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?

There are currently 290 Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,280 to $15,349. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $1,150 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central ranges from $1,150 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,193.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Central range from $1,430 to $15,349, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,295 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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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.