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Charleston, WV Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV

Pricing Updated: 11/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $535 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,675. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Charleston at $600, Edgewood at $566, and Oakwood at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Charleston$876$6003
Edgewood$1,200$56648
Oakwood$1,200$70073
Loudon Heights$1,450$56678
South Hills$1,450$56678
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City$1,500$566131
Fort Hill$1,650$60079
Northeast Charleston$1,875$53587
Outer North East Charleston$1,875$56682
East End$2,250$72532

Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $750. 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 $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)STUDIO1BR,1BA$800
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$802
Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3Bed1.5Bath Model at The Oaks Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Patriot Enclave (FKA Heritage Gardens) starting at $1,150 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the St Albans Cross Lanes 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.
The Oaks Apartments3Bed1.5Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.18
Patriot Enclave (FKA Heritage Gardens)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.17
Patriot of Brenmick (FKA Brenmick)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Patriot Eve (FKA Olde English II)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.16
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.07
1552 Lewis St, Unit C1552 Lewis St1BR,1BA$0.97
Southmoor HillsGarden Type G2BR,1BA$1.32
215 5th Ave, Unit 215 5th Ave Apartment A215 5th Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
Patriot Glen (FKA Olde English I)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.37

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Charleston, WV
Population: 47,215

Ranked #783

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Charleston

What type of rentals are currently available in Charleston?

There are currently 429 Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV with pricing that ranges from $566 to $4,150. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston ranging from $550 to $3,250.

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 $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,638.

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 $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $795 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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