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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV from $400 (40 Rentals)
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311 Lee St W, Unit E
311 Lee St WCharleston, WV 25302
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$750 - $1,0641 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma)
1420 Virginia StCharleston, WV 25301
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Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)
5400 Big Tyler RdCharleston, WV 25313
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$850 - $1,0641 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere)
1506 Virginia StCharleston, WV 25311
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$8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 26
1330 Virginia St E
1330 Virginia St ECharleston, WV 25301
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$870 - $1,2001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)
700 Canterbury DrCharleston, WV 25314
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Patriot Terrace (FKA Parkview Terrace)
227-229 Henson AveCharleston, WV 25303
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$895 - $1,2701 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
5371 Big Tyler RdCharleston, WV 25313
4 Dalton Way
CharlestonWV25303
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$9002 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 6
1004 Belmont St
1004 Belmont StCharleston, WV 25314
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$918 - $1,0501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Patriot Glen (FKA Olde English I)
5096 Washington StCharleston, WV 25313
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Patriot on the Tyler (FKA Tyler)
5118 Big Tyler RdCharleston, WV 25313
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105 Forest Ave, Unit Apt B
105 Forest AveCharleston, WV 25303
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502 Dickinson St
502 Dickinson StCharleston, WV 25301
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Brooks Manor
23 Brooks StCharleston, WV 25301
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1044 Bridge Rd
1044 Bridge RdCharleston, WV 25314
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Rose Lane Apartments
2700 Rose Lane DrCharleston, WV 25302
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1 Bedroom Apartments
108 Elizabeth St
108 Elizabeth StCharleston, WV 25311
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Victorian Arms Apartments
1500 Bridge RdCharleston, WV 25314
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments
Vista View Apartments
1300 Renaissance CirCharleston, WV 25311
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Shamrock Villa Apartments
150 Cadle DrCharleston, WV 25313
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1625 Quarrier St
1625 Quarrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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Edgewater
1330 Kanawha Blvd ECharleston, WV 25301
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Perkins Parke Apartments
100 Drexel PlCharleston, WV 25313
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2 Bedroom Apartments
5408 Big Tyler Rd. Apartments
5408 Big Tyler RdCharleston, WV 25313
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LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS
100 Loretta LnCharleston, WV 25309
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Kanawha Village Apartments
3901-4013 MacCorkle Ave SECharleston, WV 25304
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1637 Quarrier St
1637 Quarrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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1 Bedroom Apartments
3603-3611 Kanawha Ave SE
3603-3611 Kanawha Ave SECharleston, WV 25304
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11 Greenbrier St
11 Greenbrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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The Town House Apartments
1202 Kanawha BlvdCharleston, WV 25301
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Woodbury Crossing
1625 7th AveCharleston, WV 25387
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Meg Village
1 Meg DrCharleston, WV 25320
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Terrace Park East
2106 Kanawha Blvd ECharleston, WV 25311
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Patriot Enclave (FKA Heritage Gardens)
126 Goff Mountain RdCharleston, WV 25313
109 7th St
DunbarWV25064
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$804 - $1,1791 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Southmoor Hills
4992 Richland DrSouth Charleston, WV 25309
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$975 - $1,5001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Oaks Apartments
120 Oak DrDunbar, WV 25064
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$1,0002 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
4814 Tennessee St, Unit B
4814 Tennessee StSouth Charleston, WV 25309
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Charleston, WV Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,633 | $1,450 | $2,000 |
| Cheap Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $500 | $3,350 |
| Cheap Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $700 | $4,150 |
| Cheap Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,050 | $3,500 |
| Cheap Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $1,179 | $1,179 |
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Charleston, WV Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV
Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $500 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,453. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Side at $695, North Charleston at $500, and Edgewood at $500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side | $695 | $695 | 1 |
| North Charleston | $950 | $500 | 4 |
| Edgewood | $1,200 | $500 | 90 |
| Oakwood | $1,200 | $695 | 121 |
| South Ruffner | $1,350 | $1,350 | 1 |
| Fort Hill | $1,450 | $500 | 128 |
| Loudon Heights | $1,450 | $750 | 126 |
| Outer S Charleston Kanawha City | $1,450 | $500 | 188 |
| South Hills | $1,450 | $695 | 127 |
| Northeast Charleston | $1,602 | $500 | 135 |
Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $750. Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) in the St Albans Cross Lanes neighborhood 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 |
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| Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $802 |
| Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Patriot Terrace (FKA Parkview Terrace) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $876 |
| The Ridge Apartments & Townhomes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Patriot Glen (FKA Olde English I) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
| Patriot on the Tyler (FKA Tyler) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.16 price per square foot 1Bed1BathDen Model at The Oaks Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 311 Lee St W Model at 311 Lee St W, Unit E starting at $695 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City 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. |
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| The Oaks Apartments | 1Bed1BathDen | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 311 Lee St W, Unit E | 311 Lee St W | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Patriot Gates (FKA West Gate) | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Patriot Lanes (FKA Kelly Manor) | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Patriot Terrace (FKA Parkview Terrace) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Patriot Eve (FKA Olde English II) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Patriot of Brenmick (FKA Brenmick) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 4814 Tennessee St, Unit B | 4814 Tennessee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Charleston Overview
The proud capital city of West Virginia, Charleston is a charming slice of southern hospitality. With a notable history and plenty of modern day convenience and opportunity abound, those looking for a new place to call home would do well to consider this in-demand hot spot.
Why live in Charleston, WV?
Brimming with natural scenic beauty and plenty of job offerings, apartments in Charleston represent some of the best living in all of West Virginia. Schools are top notch, and local employers ranging from power companies to the flagship home of Shoney's Restaurants call the city home, yielding a sound economic base for the city. From museums to public parks, nightlife to theater performances, this idyllic capital city is a winner.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston?
The cheapest apartment in Charleston is Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Charleston costs $1,453.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston?
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 4 regular apartments in Charleston 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 Charleston?
Cheap apartments in Charleston have an average cost of $645 which is $808 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston.
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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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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.
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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.