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139 Clayton Ave

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19534 Midland Trail

2211 US-60

514 Branch St

66 Boncarbo Ln

48 Ada Ct
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 | $1,125 | $725 | $1,500 |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,606 | $1,200 | $2,200 |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $1,300 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV
Pricing Updated: 09/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $566 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,546. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Ruffner at $750, West Side at $650, and Edgewood at $566. 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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South Ruffner | $750 | $750 | 1 |
West Side | $995 | $650 | 2 |
Edgewood | $1,100 | $566 | 22 |
North Charleston | $1,200 | $650 | 9 |
Oakwood | $1,200 | $650 | 41 |
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City | $1,295 | $566 | 88 |
Northeast Charleston | $1,540 | $566 | 52 |
Downtown Charleston | $1,607 | $566 | 34 |
Loudon Heights | $1,650 | $566 | 43 |
South Hills | $1,650 | $566 | 45 |
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 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $802 |
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Olde English I (Patriot Glen) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.71 price per square foot 311 Park Dr Model at 311 Park Dr, Unit 313 PARK DRIVE in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... Model at Country Club Village Apartments starting at $1,095 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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311 Park Dr, Unit 313 PARK DRIVE | 311 Park Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
Country Club Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
1527 Jackson St, Unit B | 1527 Jackson St | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Stockton Greene | 2bdr | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
619 Randolph St, Unit 619 Randolph Street #3 | 619 Randolph St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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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 $566 to $4,150. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston ranging from $550 to $3,750.
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 $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,528.
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 $1,200 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.
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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.

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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