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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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1923 Calvert St, Unit A
$1,300
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1923 Calvert St, Unit A

1923 Calvert StNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Silvana Oaks
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$1,456 - $7,570
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Silvana Oaks

8439 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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The Willow
$1,547 - $2,244
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The Willow

7580 Plantation RdNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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Storehouse Nine
$1,590 - $2,436
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Storehouse Nine

2154 Noisette BlvdNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Alston Lake Apartments
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Alston Lake Apartments

2430 Alston AveNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Jac Dar Apartments
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Jac Dar Apartments

4620 Jenkins AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Peppertree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

4640 Forest Hills DrNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in North Charleston, SC

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026

Current apartment rentals in the North Charleston, SC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for North Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Park Circle$3,145$90022

Cheapest Available North Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in North Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Peppertree Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $840. Vivo Living Summerville in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peppertree Apartments1X11BR,1BA$840
Vivo Living SummervilleStudio AStudio,1BA$915
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$920
Ellevate St. IvesA1 - A1BR,1BA$946
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,050
Dwell at Greenridge ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Charleston area is the $1.22 price per square foot Cypress Model at Outpost Creek Townhomes in the in the Bradford Bend at Longleaf neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value North Charleston apartment is the C1 Model at Collins Park starting at $1,815 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the West Ashley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Outpost Creek TownhomesCypress4BR,3.5BA$1.22
Collins ParkC13BR,1.5BA$1.25
Lakewood Lodge2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$1.09
KRC Chester Place2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.09
KRC NorthlakeTwo Bedroom, One and Half Bath (BTH)2BR,1.5BA$1.16
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Crowfield Greene1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$1.19
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1.20
Peppertree Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.10

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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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North Charleston Overview

Steeped in Southern culture since the 1600s, North Charleston, now the third-largest city in South Carolina, boasts historic districts, beautiful parks along the Cooper River, a multitude of restaurants and shops, and acclaimed cultural experiences. Add temperate weather, friendly people, and small-town charm with big city industry, and you have one of the best cities to call home. 

Why live in North Charleston, SC?

North Charleston’s unique blend of old and new and small-town charm with big city amenities make it the perfect place for you to call home. Enjoy all the history, nature, and culinary scene of Charleston with the lower rent prices and family-friendly atmosphere that come with a smaller population. As one of South Carolina’s major industrial centers, North Charleston also has a multitude of job opportunities for its residents. Furthermore, living in North Charleston apartments puts you in the unique position of being just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the South’s best cities, beaches, and forests. Make North Charleston your home and enjoy sweet Southern hospitality all year long!

North Charleston, SC
Population: 113,237

Ranked #258

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Charleston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Charleston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Charleston is at Vivo Living Summerville listed at $915.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Charleston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Charleston Apartment is $840 at Peppertree Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Charleston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Charleston is starting from $880 at Peppertree Apartments.

What is the most affordable North Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waters at Oakbrook and starts from $1,286.

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

Written by: Vicki Shivers

Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.