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Charleston, WV Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV

Pricing Updated: 06/29/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $595 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,715. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Charleston at $695, Edgewood at $750, and Oakwood at $695. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Charleston$1,200$69566
Edgewood$1,200$75092
Oakwood$1,200$695124
Fort Hill$1,350$695134
Loudon Heights$1,350$695135
South Hills$1,350$695135
North Charleston$1,395$1,1502
South Ruffner$1,850$1,8502
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City$1,879$595199
East End$2,100$69545

Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $695. 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 $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)STUDIO1BR,1BA$750
Patriot River View (FKA One Morris)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV

As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Garden Apartment with 2 Car Ga... Model at Country Club Village Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 1403 Summit Dr Model at 1403 Summit Dr, Unit 2 starting at $1,425 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Country Club Village Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath Garden Apartment with 2 Car Ga...2BR,2BA$0.78
1403 Summit Dr, Unit 21403 Summit Dr2BR,2BA$1.10
1552 Lewis St, Unit A1552 Lewis St2BR,1BA$0.88
Patriot Lanes (FKA Kelly Manor)2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Patriot of Brenmick (FKA Brenmick)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.00
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.07
Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Patriot on the Tyler (FKA Tyler)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Patriot Glen (FKA Olde English I)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.37

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Charleston

What type of rentals are currently available in Charleston?

There are currently 432 Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV with pricing that ranges from $695 to $4,150. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston ranging from $200 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charleston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charleston ranges from $200 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,337.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charleston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charleston range from $1,100 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,284.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.