Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Ashley Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $300 (88 Rentals)

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Phoenix Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Phoenix Apartments

3829 St Johns AveCharleston, SC 29405

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Califf Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Califf Apartments

5411-5415 Califf RdCharleston, SC 29406
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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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1441 Remount Rd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1441 Remount Rd

1441 Remount RdCharleston, SC 29406
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Parkdale Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkdale Townhomes

507 Parkdale DrCharleston, SC 29414
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1251 Sumner Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1251 Sumner Ave

1251 Sumner AveCharleston, SC 29406
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North Corner Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

North Corner Pointe

3360 Apache StCharleston, SC 29405
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Hampton West
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton West

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

River Front Apartments

1386 River Front DrCharleston, SC 29407
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Palmetto Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Square

1551 Sam Rittenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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The Riverview
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Riverview

1476 Orange Grove RdCharleston, SC 29407

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West Ashley, Charleston, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Ashley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Ashley area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at 1809 Calvert St Apartments priced from $850. Indigo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable West Ashley apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1809 Calvert St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Indigo Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1BA$1,076
Clement Crossing ApartmentsCypressStudio,1BA$1,095
Waverly PlaceA11BR,1BA$1,096
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ashley, SC

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Ashley area is the $1.25 price per square foot Concord Model at Highland Townhomes in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,998. The second greatest value West Ashley apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Mulberry Place Apartments starting at $1,914 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the West Ashley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Ashley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland TownhomesConcord3BR,2.5BA$1.25
Mulberry Place Apartments3 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated3BR,1.5BA$1.49
Osprey Place3 Bedroom Large3BR,2BA$1.39
KRC Wedgewood2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Flats on Florida 3314Easy Living Near Park Circle!3BR,1.5BA$1.45
Flats on Florida 3313Flats on Florida 33133BR,1.5BA$1.45
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
MAA Cypress CoveVendue1BR,1BA$1.48
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Ashley, Charleston, SC

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Ashley, Charleston, and the greater Charleston area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Ashley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Ashley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Ashley is at Clement Crossing Apartments listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Ashley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Ashley Apartment is $850 at 1809 Calvert St Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Ashley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Ashley is starting from $1,000 at 1809 Calvert St Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Ashley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Ashley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Osprey Place and starts from $1,312.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.