
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV from $400 (40 Rentals)
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619 Randolph St, Unit 619 Randolph Street #3

2337 1/2 Washington St W
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Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma)

Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere)

872 Westminster Way

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Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier)

2222 Zabel Dr

Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler)

Olde English I (Patriot Glen)
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Village Hill (Patriot Walker)

311 Park Dr, Unit 313 PARK DRIVE
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Southmoor Hills
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Country Club Village Apartments
Charleston, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,254 | $566 | $2,000 |
Cheap Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $650 | $3,350 |
Cheap Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $795 | $4,150 |
Cheap Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $918 | $3,500 |
Cheap Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,069 | $937 | $1,201 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV
Pricing Updated: 09/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $566 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,652. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Ruffner at $750, West Side at $650, and Edgewood at $566. 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 |
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South Ruffner | $750 | $750 | 1 |
West Side | $995 | $650 | 2 |
Edgewood | $1,100 | $566 | 19 |
North Charleston | $1,200 | $650 | 9 |
Oakwood | $1,200 | $650 | 40 |
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City | $1,225 | $566 | 82 |
Northeast Charleston | $1,575 | $566 | 47 |
Downtown Charleston | $1,607 | $566 | 31 |
Outer North East Charleston | $2,025 | $566 | 43 |
Loudon Heights | $2,100 | $566 | 39 |
Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $750. Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. 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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Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $802 |
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Olde English I (Patriot Glen) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
Stockton Greene | 2bdr | 2BR,1BA | $928 |
Village Hill (Patriot Walker) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.71 price per square foot 311 Park Dr Model at 311 Park Dr, Unit 313 PARK DRIVE in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... Model at Country Club Village Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.10 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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311 Park Dr, Unit 313 PARK DRIVE | 311 Park Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
Country Club Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
1527 Jackson St, Unit B | 1527 Jackson St | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Stockton Greene | 2bdr | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Brenmick (Patriot of Brenmick) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Olde English II (Patriot Eve) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
619 Randolph St, Unit 619 Randolph Street #3 | 619 Randolph St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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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.
Charleston, WVPopulation: 47,215
Ranked #783
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Charleston, WV
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston?
The cheapest apartment in Charleston is Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Charleston costs $1,652.
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 11 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 $475 which is $1,177 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston.
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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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