Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Ashley Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $300 (92 Rentals)

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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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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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The Shires Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Shires Apartments

1020 Little John DrCharleston, SC 29407
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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
Senior Living
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Pinecrest Greene
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pinecrest Greene

1750 Raoul Wallenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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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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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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River Front Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Front Apartments

1386 River Front DrCharleston, SC 29407
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The Palms Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms Apartments

311 Royal Palm BlvdCharleston, 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 Clement Crossing Apartments priced from $895. Forest Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable West Ashley apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clement Crossing ApartmentsPalmetto1BR,1BA$895
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Barony Place Apartments at Horizon VillageThe Fairbourne1BR,1BA$937
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$975
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
The Magnolia by Trion LivingThe Southern2BR,2BA$1,051
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1BA$1,076
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ashley, SC

As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Ashley area is the $1.34 price per square foot Concord Model at Highland Townhomes in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $2,141. The second greatest value West Ashley apartment is the C1 Model at Collins Park starting at $1,944 with a $1.34 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$1.34
Collins ParkC13BR,1.5BA$1.34
Osprey Place3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.19
KRC Wedgewood2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
KRC NorthlakeTwo Bedroom, One and Half Bath (BTH)2BR,1.5BA$1.16
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Donaree VillageASHLEY1BR,1BA$1.38
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18
KRC Edgetwo bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Barony Place Apartments at Horizon VillageThe Fairbourne1BR,1BA$1.27

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Ashley, Charleston, SC

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

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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 a cheap apartment in West Ashley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Ashley is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Ashley?

The cheapest apartment in West Ashley is Clement Crossing Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in West Ashley costs $2,690.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Ashley?

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 77 regular apartments in West Ashley 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 West Ashley?

Cheap apartments in West Ashley have an average cost of $281 which is $2,409 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Ashley.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.