
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wappoo Heights Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $900 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Wappoo Heights area of Charleston.


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Wappoo Heights, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wappoo Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wappoo Heights Studio Apartments | $2,191 | $1,600 | $3,190 |
| Wappoo Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,006 | $6,825 |
| Wappoo Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,586 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| Wappoo Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,179 | $1,489 | $10,000+ |
| Wappoo Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $1,199 | $1,850 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wappoo Heights Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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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 River Oaks Apartments priced from $1,150. Spanish Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,256. Here are the most affordable Wappoo Heights apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Oaks Apartments | Tiny Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
| The Jaunt | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,316 |
| The Standard | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,632 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wappoo Heights, SC
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wappoo Heights area is the $2.52 price per square foot 187 Coming St Model at 187 Coming St, Unit A in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $2,775. The second greatest value Wappoo Heights apartment is the 286 Fleming Rd Model at 286 Fleming Rd, Unit C starting at $1,900 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the James Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wappoo Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187 Coming St, Unit A | 187 Coming St | 3BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 286 Fleming Rd, Unit C | 286 Fleming Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 129 Congress St, Unit Downtown Charleston | 129 Congress St | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Avalon at James Island | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Jaunt | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWappoo Heights, Charleston, SC
Ranked #25
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Wappoo Heights, Charleston, SC
St. Andrews School Of Math And Science
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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!
Getting Around the Wappoo Heights Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,797.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wappoo Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Wappoo Heights is Spanish Oaks which is listed at $1,256, while the average apartment in Wappoo Heights costs $5,071.
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 73 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 $1,057 which is $4,014 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wappoo Heights.
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