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

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Upper Peninsula, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Upper Peninsula Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Peninsula area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments priced from $1,028. The Merchant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,607. Here are the most affordable Upper Peninsula apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archer School ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,028
The MerchantAnsonStudio,1BA$1,607
Element 29A02Studio,1BA$1,706
The PorterS3Studio,1BA$1,725
Madison StationA11BR,1BA$1,801

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Peninsula, SC

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Peninsula area is the $2.50 price per square foot 40 Poinsett St Model at 40 Poinsett St, Unit A in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Upper Peninsula apartment is the B3 Model at Element 29 starting at $2,940 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Peninsula apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
40 Poinsett St, Unit A40 Poinsett St4BR,3BA$2.50
Element 29B32BR,2BA$2.83
Bridgeview Village3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.81
Foundry PointA51BR,1BA$2.56
Meeting Street LoftsWoodburn II1BR,1BA$2.64
930 NoMoD11BR,1BA$3.20
Madison StationA11BR,1BA$2.93
The PorterS3Studio ,1BA$2.86
Morrison YardThe BluestoneStudio ,1BA$3.67
The MerchantAnsonStudio ,1BA$4.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Upper Peninsula, Charleston, SC

Ranked #43

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Peninsula Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Upper Peninsula?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Peninsula is under $2,707.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Peninsula?

The cheapest apartment in Upper Peninsula is Archer School Apartments which is listed at $1,490, while the average apartment in Upper Peninsula costs $2,932.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Peninsula?

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 10 regular apartments in Upper Peninsula 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 Upper Peninsula?

Cheap apartments in Upper Peninsula have an average cost of $843 which is $2,089 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Peninsula.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.