Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Charleston, WV from $500 (62 Rentals)

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337 2nd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

337 2nd Ave

337 2nd AveSouth Charleston, WV 25303
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326 3rd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

326 3rd Ave

326 3rd AveSouth Charleston, WV 25303
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333 2nd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

333 2nd Ave

333 2nd AveSouth Charleston, WV 25303

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1301 Myers Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1301 Myers Ave

1301 Myers AveDunbar, WV 25064
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1639 1/2 Clay St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1639 1/2 Clay St

1639 1/2 Clay StCharleston, WV 25387
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406 Wyoming St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

406 Wyoming St

406 Wyoming StCharleston, WV 25302
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603 Grant St
2 Bedroom Apartments

603 Grant St

603 Grant StCharleston, WV 25302
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Jarrett Terrace
Studio Apartments

Jarrett Terrace

825 Central AveCharleston, WV 25302
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717 W Washington St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

717 W Washington St

717 W Washington StCharleston, WV 25302
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Vandalia Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vandalia Terrace

1507 Dorchester RdCharleston, WV 25303
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532 Wyoming St
Studio Apartments

532 Wyoming St

532 Wyoming StCharleston, WV 25302

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1624 Clay Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1624 Clay Ave

1624 Clay AveCharleston, WV 25387
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213 Roane St
2 Bedroom Apartments

213 Roane St

213 Roane StCharleston, WV 25302
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1116 Edgewood Dr
Studio Apartments

1116 Edgewood Dr

1116 Edgewood DrCharleston, WV 25302
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1038 6th St
Studio Apartments

1038 6th St

1038 6th StCharleston, WV 25302
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Hamlet Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamlet Way

101-204 Hamlet WayCharleston, WV 25314
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929 Central Ave
Studio Apartments

929 Central Ave

929 Central AveCharleston, WV 25302

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829 Watts St
Studio Apartments

829 Watts St

829 Watts StCharleston, WV 25302
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601 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

601 Park Ave

601 Park AveCharleston, WV 25302
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1575 Smith Rd
Studio Apartments

1575 Smith Rd

1575 Smith RdCharleston, WV 25314
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611 Grant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

611 Grant St

611 Grant StCharleston, WV 25302
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825 Gordon Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

825 Gordon Dr

825 Gordon DrCharleston, WV 25303
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713 Orchard St
2 Bedroom Apartments

713 Orchard St

713 Orchard StCharleston, WV 25302
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1044 Bridge Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1044 Bridge Rd

1044 Bridge RdCharleston, WV 25314
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100 Wyoming St
2 Bedroom Apartments

100 Wyoming St

100 Wyoming StCharleston, WV 25302
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Agsten Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Agsten Manor

715 Randolph StCharleston, WV 25302
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Orchard Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Manor

900 Griffin DrCharleston, WV 25387
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Oakhurst Village
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Oakhurst Village

901 Lawndale LnCharleston, WV 25314
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Parkland Terrace
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parkland Terrace

4401 Jones StCharleston, WV 25309

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South Charleston, WV Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Charleston, WV is a 2 Beds unit found at LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $802. Southmoor Hills in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $832. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$802
Southmoor HillsGarden Type F1BR,1BA$832
Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$870
Roxalana Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charleston, WV

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Charleston area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $802. The second greatest value South Charleston apartment is the Fully Furnished One Bedroom Apartment Model at Roxalana Hills Apartments starting at $2,164 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.07
Roxalana Hills ApartmentsFully Furnished One Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$3.01
Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Southmoor HillsGarden Type F1BR,1BA$1.44
Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.81

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Charleston Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Charleston Apartment is $832 at Southmoor Hills.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Charleston is starting from $802 at LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS.

What is the most affordable South Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Southmoor Hills and starts from $1,149.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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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.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.