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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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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Agsten Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Agsten Manor

715 Randolph StCharleston, WV 25302
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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$802
Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$870
Country Club Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate...2BR,1BA$1,150
Roxalana Hills ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Country Club Village Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment . Approximate...2BR,1BA$1.15
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
Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,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.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.