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

337 2nd Ave

326 3rd Ave

333 2nd Ave

226-232 Sutherland Dr

Roxalana Hills Apartments

Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe)

The Oaks Apartments

Patriot Terrace (FKA Parkview Terrace)
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Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)

Kenna Homes Cooperative Corporation

1301 Myers Ave

1639 1/2 Clay St

406 Wyoming St

603 Grant St

Jarrett Terrace

717 W Washington St

Vandalia Terrace

812 Kanawha Blvd W
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532 Wyoming St

1624 Clay Ave

5206 Maccorkle Ave

213 Roane St

1116 Edgewood Dr

711 Washington St W

1038 6th St

Hamlet Way

Oaks Village Apartments

5201-5207A Kentucky St
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929 Central Ave

829 Watts St

601 Park Ave

1575 Smith Rd

611 Grant St

825 Gordon Dr

713 Orchard St

1044 Bridge Rd

LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS

Victorian Arms Apartments
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100 Wyoming St

Orchard Manor

Littlepage Terrace Phase III

Oakhurst Village

Littlepage Terrace Phase I

Jarrett Terrace Apartments

Agsten Manor

Chilton Manor Apartments

Parkland Terrace

Solon Court Apartments
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South Charleston, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $600 | $2,594 |
| South Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $900 | $2,973 |
| South Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $1,050 | $2,175 |
| South Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $1,179 | $1,179 |
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Cheapest Available South Charleston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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. Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Charleston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $802 |
| Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Country Club Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Roxalana Hills Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charleston, WV and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Charleston area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... Model at Country Club Village Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value South Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS starting at $802 with a $1.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate... | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Roxalana Hills Apartments | Fully Furnished One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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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 $850 at Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe).
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 Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens) and starts from $1,200.
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