Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, WV from $400 (10 Rentals)

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Charmco Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Charmco Lofts

606 Morris StCharleston, WV 25301

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Brooks Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brooks Manor

23 Brooks StCharleston, WV 25301
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Vista View Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Vista View Apartments

1300 Renaissance CirCharleston, WV 25311
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1402 Lee Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1402 Lee Street

1402 Lee StCharleston, WV 25301
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Edgewater
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater

1330 Kanawha Blvd ECharleston, WV 25301
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Patriot at Cavalier
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Patriot at Cavalier

1316 Virginia St ECharleston, WV 25301

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Downtown Charleston, Charleston, WV Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau) priced from $695. Patriot River View (FKA One Morris) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, WV:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Patriot River View (FKA One Morris)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston, WV

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charleston area is the $0.88 price per square foot 1552 Lewis St Model at 1552 Lewis St, Unit A in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Downtown Charleston apartment is the The Quarrier - Fully Furnished Model at 900 on Lee starting at $3,000 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1552 Lewis St, Unit A1552 Lewis St2BR,1BA$0.88
900 on LeeThe Quarrier - Fully Furnished1BR,1BA$3.31
1528 Quarrier St, Unit 1528 Quarrier 3rd floor1528 Quarrier St2BR,1.5BA$1.36
1542 Quarrier St1542 Quarrier St1BR,1BA$1.38
Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Patriot at Summerfield1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Patriot River View (FKA One Morris)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.77

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Charleston, Charleston, WV

Ranked #12

Among cities in West Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Charleston Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment is $695 at Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Charleston is starting from $850 at Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau).

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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