
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC from $300 (165 Rentals)
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Willow Lake

Dwell at Greenridge Apartments

1826 Leland St

3863 Hottinger Ave

3863 Hottinger Ave

3863 Hottinger Ave

1904 Hampton Ave

Icon @ Park Circle

Deer Run
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Appian Way

Clement Crossing Apartments

2557 Midland Park Rd

3918 Dorsey Ave, Unit A

Arbor Square
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The Teale Navy Yard

Cedar Grove

Atlantic on the Boulevard

Palmetto Creek Townhomes

Atlantic on the Avenue

North Bluff

The Harrison

1524 Mosstree Rd, Unit D
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The Burke

The Willow

The Isley at Windsor Hill

Crescent Pointe Apartments

Monty

Botanic at Ingleside

Barony Place Apartments at Horizon Village
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North Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap North Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,724 | $1,050 | $3,583 |
Cheap North Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $684 | $10,000+ |
Cheap North Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $810 | $8,470 |
Cheap North Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $1,225 | $9,540 |
Cheap North Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,399 | $6,938 |
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North Charleston, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in North Charleston, SC
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Park Circle | $2,699 | $1,395 | 78 |
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. North Corner Pointe in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Charleston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1809 Calvert St Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
North Corner Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Creekside At Noisette Apartments | Creeside 1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Willow Lake | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Johns Place Apartments | Lil John | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Indigo Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Amberwood Townhomes | Salem | 2BR,1BA | $1,010 |
The Sandover Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Ashley Oaks | The Plantation | 3BR,2BA | $1,025 |
Waters at Oakbrook | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Charleston area is the $1.17 price per square foot CALL FOR MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! The Haven Renovated... Model at Haven Townhomes in the in the Summerpark Village neighborhood starting from $2,009. The second greatest value North Charleston apartment is the C1S Model at The Burke starting at $1,901 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Ibis Glade at Tanner Plantation neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Haven Townhomes | CALL FOR MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! The Haven Renovated... | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
The Burke | C1S | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Canopy on Ashley | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
Palms on Ashley River Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Oakridge Townhouses | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
Cooper's Ridge | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Donaree Village | ASHLEY | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Dwell at Greenridge Apartments | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Amberwood Townhomes | Salem | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Waters at Oakbrook | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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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 LifestyleNorth Charleston, SC
Ranked #5
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in North Charleston, SC
Jerry Zucker Middle School Of Science
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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 $1,037.
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 $2,699.
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 12 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 $267 which is $2,432 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Charleston.
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