
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, TN from $700 (34 Rentals)
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Park Crest Apartments

Middle Creek Apartments

Starr Mountain Apartments

Park Hills Apartments

Tanasi Bend Apartments

The Vue on Cliffside

Greenway Townes
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Hunters Mill

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Hill Place Apartments

Compass Heights

The Charlie

Scenic Ridge

Park Village Apartments

Hawthorne at the Hollow
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Vintage Retreat Apartments

Brookes Edge

The Pointe at Westland

Reflection Pointe TN

The Jewel Summit Pointe

Vintage Cleveland Apartments

The View at Morningside

226 Haven Drive
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3009 Adkisson Dr

3466 Hedge Drive Northeast

1922 Ohio Ave NW

Madison Avenue Townhomes

865 Stone Glen Trail NW

The Village at Apison Pike

1209 Hilltop Dr NE

1330 Highland Ave NW
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129 Brooke Ln NE

Lennox Place Townhouses
Charleston, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,021 | $825 | $1,404 |
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $725 | $1,831 |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $900 | $3,161 |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,050 | $2,780 |
| Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,900 | $2,949 |
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Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Starr Mountain Apartments priced from $775. Tanasi Bend Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starr Mountain Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Tanasi Bend Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Vue on Cliffside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Greenway Townes | 1 BR Refresh | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Hunters Mill | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Pine Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Middle Creek Apartments | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Compass Heights | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Scenic Ridge | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| The Charlie | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, TN and Nearby
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.22 price per square foot Batton Model at Anchor Point in the in the Lake Hills neighborhood starting from $1,968. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 3x2 Model at Hunters Mill starting at $1,050 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Point | Batton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| Hunters Mill | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| Bluff View at Northside Apartments | Cumberland Rehab | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Park Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Hill Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Madison Avenue Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Middle Creek Apartments | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| The Vue on Cliffside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Tanasi Bend Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Starr Mountain Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment is $775 at Starr Mountain Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston is starting from $900 at Hunters Mill.
What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hunters Mill and starts from $1,050.
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