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$1,462 - $2,290Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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2403 Mall DrNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Alston Lake Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alston Lake Apartments

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

Jac Dar Apartments

4620 Jenkins AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Clement Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clement Gardens

1822-1826 Clement AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Kraft Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kraft Avenue

3336 Kraft AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Summerfield Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerfield Townhomes

7725 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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Stafford Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stafford Commons

7582 Stafford RdNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Lelands Nook
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lelands Nook

1823 Leland StNorth Charleston, SC 29405

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North Charleston, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in North Charleston, SC

Pricing Updated: 11/02/2025

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$2,621$1,29599

Cheapest Available North Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in North Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at 1809 Calvert St Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $850. Ellevate St. Ives in the Ibis Glade at Tanner Plantation neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1809 Calvert St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Ellevate St. IvesA1 - A1BR,1BA$885
Vivo Living SummervilleSA - Studio AStudio,1BA$915
Indigo Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,025
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,037
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Charleston area is the $1.17 price per square foot C1 Model at Collins Park in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value North Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom Unit Model at Crowfield Greene starting at $1,115 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Bradford Bend at Longleaf 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.
Collins ParkC13BR,1.5BA$1.17
Crowfield Greene2 Bedroom Unit2BR,2BA$0.90
The Alden TownesOak2BR,1.5BA$1.25
The Landing Townhomes21.5TH2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Canopy on AshleyB12BR,1.5BA$1.27
KRC Wedgewood2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Palms on Ashley River Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Cedar Bluff2BR12BR,1BA$1.30

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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!

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Charleston, SC

Ranked #5

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around North Charleston, SC

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Charleston Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Charleston?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Charleston is under $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Charleston?

The cheapest apartment in North Charleston is 1809 Calvert St Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in North Charleston costs $2,621.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Charleston?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in North Charleston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Charleston?

Cheap apartments in North Charleston have an average cost of $278 which is $2,343 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Charleston.

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

Written by: Vicki Shivers

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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.

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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.