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813 Grant St

5233 Chesterfield Ave
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139 Clayton Ave

517 Roane St

606 21st St W

707 Washington St W

112 1/2 Shepherd Ave

2623 Roosevelt Ave
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1020 Church St

6466 Farmdale Rd

2211 US-60

8 McMann Ct

19534 Midland Trail
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526 Drew St
Charleston, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Charleston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,010 | $685 | $1,500 |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,308 | $900 | $1,800 |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,500 | $1,200 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $550 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $2,038. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Side at $725, South Ruffner at $790, and North Charleston at $650. 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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West Side | $725 | $725 | 1 |
South Ruffner | $790 | $790 | 1 |
North Charleston | $1,200 | $650 | 2 |
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City | $1,450 | $550 | 69 |
Loudon Heights | $1,650 | $566 | 31 |
Northeast Charleston | $1,650 | $566 | 36 |
South Hills | $1,650 | $566 | 32 |
Fort Hill | $2,100 | $650 | 32 |
Outer North East Charleston | $2,100 | $566 | 33 |
East End | $2,425 | $750 | 20 |
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 |
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $915 |
Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2Bed1.5Bath Model at The Oaks Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS starting at $915 with a $1.02 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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The Oaks Apartments | 2Bed1.5Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Village Hill (Patriot Walker) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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 |
Southmoor Hills | Garden Type G | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Olde English I (Patriot Glen) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
1404 Watts St, Unit C | 1404 Watts St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Charleston
What type of rentals are currently available in Charleston?
There are currently 434 Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV with pricing that ranges from $566 to $4,150. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston ranging from $550 to $1,800.
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 $550 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,145.
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 $918 to $3,475, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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