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Cheapest Available Dorchester County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorchester County, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Waters at Oakbrook in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood priced from $1,037. The Montana Apartments in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,064. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorchester County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,037
The Montana Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,064
Appian Way1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,106
Summerville Apartments1 Bed - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,150
TreehavenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,155
Canopy at Cypress Square Canopy at Pine La...b1p2BR,1BA$1,212
Waverly PlaceA21BR,1BA$1,218
Oakbrook VillageThe Charleston1BR,1BA$1,225
Wellington PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester County, SC

As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dorchester County area is the $1.07 price per square foot 114 Colonial Ct Model at 114 Colonial Ct, Unit 114 in the in the Myers' Mill Villages neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Dorchester County apartment is the Sage Model at Covey Homes Wescott starting at $1,985 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Limehouse Villas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
114 Colonial Ct, Unit 114114 Colonial Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Covey Homes WescottSage2BR,2.5BA$1.41
The Grove at OakbrookThe Ashborough3BR,2BA$1.43
Waters at OakbrookDallas3BR,2BA$1.36
Bay Pointe at Summerville2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.27
Sawbranch3 Bed/1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.43
Summerfield ApartmentsTownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Silvana OaksThe Calhoun2BR,2BA$1.42
Palms on Ashley River Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.25
Wellington PlaceThree Bedroom, One and Half Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.44

Frequently Asked Questions about Dorchester County

What type of rentals are currently available in Dorchester County?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Dorchester County, SC with pricing that ranges from $915 to $8,059. There are also 150 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dorchester County ranging from $1,400 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dorchester County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dorchester County ranges from $1,400 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,347.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dorchester County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dorchester County range from $1,375 to $8,059, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,575 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,399.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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