Cheap Homes for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,300 (22 Rentals)

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property at 811 Colony Dr

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

811 Colony Dr, Unit Cool Condo

811 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407

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property at 6 Trapman St

$2,250

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$2,250
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$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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6 Trapman St, Unit C

6 Trapman St
CharlestonSC29401
property at 874 Colony Dr

$2,275

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$2,275
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$2,275

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 15

874 Colony Dr, Unit B27

874 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407

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property at 11 West St

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

11 West St, Unit D

11 West St
CharlestonSC29401
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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 3 Beds unit found at 19 Hampden Ct priced from $1,099. The Rumney has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,849. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
19 Hampden Ct3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1,099
The Rumney01A1BR,1BA$1,849
CormacS1Studio,1BA$1,945
Madison StationA11BR,1BA$1,999
Meeting Street LoftsBixby Creek2BR,1BA$2,006

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central 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 North Central apartment is the 16 Reid St Model at 16 Reid St starting at $3,299 with a $2.54 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.
655 East BayManor Home3BR,2BA$2.13
16 Reid St16 Reid St3BR,1.5BA$2.54
19 Hampden Ct3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.85
2128 Courtland Ave, Unit C2128 Courtland Ave2BR,1BA$2.33
1000 King Street3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2.36
19 Hampden Ct, Unit A19 Hampden Ct3BR,1BA$2.46
Meeting Street LoftsColburn1BR,1BA$2.78
The Rumney01A1BR,1BA$2.43
119 Smith St, Unit 3119 Smith St1BR,1BA$2.31
640 Cornell St, Unit West Ashley640 Cornell St1BR,1BA$2.78

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Central, Charleston, SC

Ranked #15

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central

What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?

There are currently 312 Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,085 to $14,575. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $1,350 to $7,500.

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 $1,350 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,232.

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 $1,309 to $14,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,209.

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