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1820 Iris St

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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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Summerfield Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerfield Townhomes

7725 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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Kraft Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kraft Avenue

3336 Kraft 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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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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River's Edge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

River's Edge

4301 Bream RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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North Charleston, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in North Charleston, SC

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

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$2,697$1,00016

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. Creekside At Noisette Apartments 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1809 Calvert St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Johns Place ApartmentsLil John1BR,1BA$1,000
Indigo Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000
Willow Lake ApartmentsASK ABOUT FREE RENT!! Cozy 1-Bedroom Apartmen...1BR,1BA$1,010
The Sandover Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Ashley OaksThe Plantation3BR,2BA$1,025
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,037

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Charleston area is the $1.34 price per square foot Marion Model at Highland Townhomes in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value North Charleston apartment is the C1 Model at Collins Park starting at $1,833 with a $1.26 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.
Highland TownhomesMarion4BR,3.5BA$1.34
Collins ParkC13BR,1.5BA$1.26
Enclave at West AshleyThe Collingwood3BR,2BA$1.31
Donaree VillageCOOPER2BR,1BA$1.21
Canopy on AshleyB12BR,1.5BA$1.30
Palms on Ashley River Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
Oakridge TownhousesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Palmetto Creek Townhomes2A2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Cedar Bluff2BR12BR,1BA$1.28

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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

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  • 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Charleston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Charleston is at Clement Crossing Apartments listed at $1,115.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Charleston Apartment is $850 at 1809 Calvert St 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 $1,000 at 1809 Calvert St 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 Ashley Oaks and starts from $1,025.

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