Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wappoo Heights Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $900 (27 Rentals)

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The Shires Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Shires Apartments

1020 Little John DrCharleston, SC 29407
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The Abbey
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbey

2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403
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Hampton West
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton West

554 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403
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River Oaks Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

1102 Hillside DrCharleston, SC 29407
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Palmilla Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palmilla Apartments

1385 Ashley River RdCharleston, SC 29407
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Sawgrass Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sawgrass Apartments

35 Crosscreek DrCharleston, SC 29412
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Wappoo Heights, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wappoo Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wappoo Heights area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Jaunt priced from $1,291. Spanish Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,320. Here are the most affordable Wappoo Heights apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The JauntCooper1BR,1BA$1,291
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,320
Sawgrass ApartmentsAzalea1BR,1BA$1,630
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$1,698
35 Folly Apartments35F-11BR,1BA$1,739
511 MeetingStudio CStudio,1BA$1,760
Bee Street2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,800
Avalon at James IslandA11BR,1BA$1,929
CarolineA31BR,1BA$1,938

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wappoo Heights, SC

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wappoo Heights area is the $1.53 price per square foot Three Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at James Towne Village in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $1,969. The second greatest value Wappoo Heights apartment is the 15 Sires St Model at 15 Sires St, Unit B starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wappoo Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
James Towne VillageThree Bedroom 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.53
15 Sires St, Unit B15 Sires St2BR,2BA$2.50
129 Congress St, Unit Downtown Charleston129 Congress St3BR,1BA$2.33
The StandardThe May1BR,1BA$2.54
Sawgrass ApartmentsAzalea1BR,1BA$2.04
Avalon at James IslandA11BR,1BA$2.51
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1.82
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$2.38
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.88
Bee Street2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.80

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across South Carolina and customized analysis for South Central Charleston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wappoo Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Wappoo Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wappoo Heights is under $1,938.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wappoo Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Wappoo Heights is The Jaunt which is listed at $1,113, while the average apartment in Wappoo Heights costs $3,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wappoo Heights?

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 68 regular apartments in Wappoo Heights 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 Wappoo Heights?

Cheap apartments in Wappoo Heights have an average cost of $1,053 which is $2,847 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wappoo Heights.

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

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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