Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, WV from $400 (11 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

close
View Me
Brooks Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brooks Manor

23 Brooks StCharleston, WV 25301
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Edgewater
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater

1330 Kanawha Blvd ECharleston, WV 25301
  • Utilities Included

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

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 Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) priced from $750. Cavalier (Patriot at Cavalier) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, WV:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Cavalier (Patriot at Cavalier)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Chateau (Patriot Rose)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston, WV

As of May 03, 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 1589 Loft Model at East End Historic starting at $2,000 with a $2.22 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.
900 on LeeThe Lee - Fully Furnished1BR,1BA$3.68
East End Historic1589 LoftStudio ,1BA$2.22
1518 Quarrier St, Unit 3rd Floor Open1518 Quarrier St1BR,1BA$1.67
One Morris (Patriot River View)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.18
1542 Quarrier St, Unit B1542 Quarrier St1BR,1BA$1.20
Chateau (Patriot Rose)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Cavalier (Patriot at Cavalier)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.67
Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.77

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Charleston, Charleston, WV

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Charleston, WV for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

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

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 Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier).

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).

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

decorative image for Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

decorative image for Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters article

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

decorative image for Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants article

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.