
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, TN from $700 (44 Rentals)
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Park Crest Apartments

Middle Creek Apartments

Starr Mountain Apartments

Cumberland Pointe

Park Hills Apartments

Tanasi Bend Apartments

Pine Forest Apartments
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Hunters Mill

Greenway Townes

Hill Place Apartments

The Vue on Cliffside

The Pointe at Westland

Scenic Ridge

Ridgetop Apartments

Cherokee Hills Apartments
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Compass Heights

The Charlie

Park Village Apartments

Brookes Edge

Vintage Retreat Apartments

Hills Parc & Preserve Parc

Reflection Pointe TN

The Henley
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Hawthorne at the Summit

Vintage Cleveland Apartments

The Jewel Summit Pointe

225 20th St NE

125 Hiwassee Ave NE

The View at Morningside

226 Haven Drive

127 Co Rd 79
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1561 Benton Station Rd

3009 Adkisson Dr

3356 Steeple Cir NE

3457 Hedge Drive Northeast

4908 Charwood Trail NW

1922 Ohio Ave NW

2935 Adkisson Dr

865 Stone Glen Trail NW
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Madison Avenue Townhomes

904 Valley Head Rd NW

1209 Hilltop Dr NE

129 Brooke Ln NE
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 | $979 | $825 | $1,404 |
| Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $725 | $2,262 |
| Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $900 | $3,161 |
| Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,050 | $3,575 |
| Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,884 | $2,884 | $2,884 |
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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. Cumberland Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. 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 |
| Cumberland Pointe | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Park Hills Apartments | Plan B JR | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Tanasi Bend Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Pine Forest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Hunters Mill | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Greenway Townes | 1 BR Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Middle Creek Apartments | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Vue on Cliffside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Pointe at Westland | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, TN and Nearby
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.67 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Hunters Mill in the in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Pointe at Westland starting at $1,599 with a $1.11 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Mill | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| The Pointe at Westland | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Scenic Ridge | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Lennox Place Townhouses | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Park Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Park Crest Apartments | Plan E | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Hill Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Ridgetop Apartments | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Middle Creek Apartments | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Cherokee Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charleston is at Park Hills Apartments listed at $825.
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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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.