
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Red Oak Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
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Red Oak, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Red Oak?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak Studio Apartments | $1,660 | $1,529 | $1,919 |
| Red Oak 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $1,000 | $3,480 |
| Red Oak 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,100 | $4,496 |
| Red Oak 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $1,290 | $5,534 |
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Cheapest Available Red Oak Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Red Oak area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Marrington Village priced from $1,000. Dwell at Greenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,065. Here are the most affordable Red Oak apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrington Village | 1x1s | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Dwell at Greenridge Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Arbor Square | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Ivy Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,132 |
| Ellevate St. Ives | B2 - A | 2BR,2BA | $1,167 |
| Hallmark at Timberlake | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Patriots Place Townhomes | 2 Bed/1.5Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Jamison Park | CAMP | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Palmetto Grove | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Magnolia Branch | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,322 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Red Oak, SC
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Red Oak area is the $1.61 price per square foot Magnolia Floorplan Model at Pinewind at Liberty Hall in the in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Red Oak apartment is the Oak Model at The Alden Townes starting at $1,668 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Elms of Charleston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Red Oak apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewind at Liberty Hall | Magnolia Floorplan | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| The Alden Townes | Oak | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Sage at Ingleside | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Pine Lakes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Magnolia Branch | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Patriots Place Townhomes | 2 Bed/1.5Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Plantation Flats Apartment Homes | King | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Ivy Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Palmetto Grove | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Dwell at Greenridge Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Red Oak Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Red Oak?
The cheapest apartment in Red Oak is Marrington Village which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Red Oak costs $1,509.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Red Oak?
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 43 regular apartments in Red Oak 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 Red Oak?
Cheap apartments in Red Oak have an average cost of $325 which is $1,184 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Red Oak.
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