Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Port Of Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (11 Rentals)

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The Abbey
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbey

2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403

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Port Of Charleston, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Port Of Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Port Of Charleston area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. Sky Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,479. Here are the most affordable Port Of Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
Sky Garden Apartments4 Bed 4 Bath B14BR,4BA$1,479
Meeting Street LoftsRosemanStudio,1BA$1,499
The MerchantAnsonStudio,1BA$1,670
Element 29A02Studio,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Port Of Charleston, SC

As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Port Of Charleston area is the $2.05 price per square foot 87 America St Model at 87 America St, Unit A in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Port Of Charleston apartment is the B4 Model at Atlantic on Romney starting at $3,206 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Port Of Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
87 America St, Unit A87 America St2BR,2.5BA$2.05
Atlantic on RomneyB42BR,2BA$3.08
Bridgeview Village3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.81
107 Hanover St, Unit A107 Hanover St2BR,2BA$3.00
655 East BayB22BR,1BA$2.67
400 MeetingBeresford2BR,2BA$2.75
511 Meeting1H1BR,1BA$3.43
Element 29A03Studio ,1BA$3.01
Foundry PointA1A1BR,1BA$3.12
The MerchantAnsonStudio ,1BA$4.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Port Of Charleston, Charleston, SC

Ranked #33

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Port Of Charleston Neighborhood in Charleston, SC

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Port Of Charleston Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Port Of Charleston?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Port Of Charleston is under $2,394.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Port Of Charleston?

The cheapest apartment in Port Of Charleston is Archer School Apartments which is listed at $1,490, while the average apartment in Port Of Charleston costs $3,556.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Port Of Charleston?

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 183 regular apartments in Port Of Charleston 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 Port Of Charleston?

Cheap apartments in Port Of Charleston have an average cost of $910 which is $2,646 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Port Of Charleston.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.