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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, WV from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma)
1420 Virginia StCharleston, WV 25301
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Chateau (Patriot Rose)
24 Bradford StCharleston, WV 25301
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Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere)
1506 Virginia StCharleston, WV 25311
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One Morris (Patriot River View)
1 Morris StCharleston, WV 25301
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Vista View Apartments
1300 Renaissance CirCharleston, WV 25311
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1542 Quarrier St, Unit B
1542 Quarrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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Downtown Charleston, Charleston, WV Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Charleston Studio Apartments | $566 | $566 | $566 |
| Downtown Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $625 | $3,350 |
| Downtown Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,519 | $795 | $4,150 |
| Downtown Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $918 | $918 |
| Downtown Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $937 | $937 | $937 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, WV.
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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 Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) priced from $750. Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, WV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cavalier (Patriot at Cavalier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Chateau (Patriot Rose) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 900 on Lee | The Capitol | 2BR,2BA | $3,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston, WV
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charleston area is the $3.68 price per square foot The Lee - Fully Furnished Model at 900 on Lee in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Downtown Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Chateau (Patriot Rose) starting at $1,150 with a $1.28 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 900 on Lee | The Lee - Fully Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Chateau (Patriot Rose) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Cavalier (Patriot at Cavalier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 1542 Quarrier St, Unit B | 1542 Quarrier St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Charleston, Charleston, WV
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Among neighborhoods in Charleston, WV for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood in Charleston, WV
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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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 $750 at Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere).
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 $1,000 at Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield).
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