
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St Charles, MI from $400 (36 Rentals)
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Bavarian Village

Bay Valley Harbor Apartments

Fox Glen Apartments

Country Way Townhomes

Riverside Place Apartments

Parkview Manor Apartments

Deer Lick Apartments (Birch Run 27 LLC)

Meadows Apartments
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Moore Rd 17

Castle Way Apartments

Silver Creek Apartments

Covington Cove Apartments

Horizon Court Apartments

Country Squire Apartments

Wicklow Apartments

Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes
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Township Square

The LUX of Saginaw

The Heights Apartments

Meadow Wood Village Apartments

The Poplars Apartments

Niche Amadore Apartments

311 Adams St

Camelot Place

309 S Chipman St
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Mackinaw Heights

Andre Arms

Niche Carrollton

7025 Swan Creek Rd

5813 Edwards Ave

1419 4th St

1108 W Holland St

3225 King Ct

Mapleview Apartments
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St Charles, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Charles Studio Apartments | $702 | $525 | $820 |
| St Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $929 | $538 | $1,337 |
| St Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $649 | $2,100 |
| St Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $950 | $1,615 |
| St Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $1,275 | $2,129 |
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Cheapest Available St Charles Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St Charles, MI is a Studio unit found at Bavarian Village priced from $525. Bay Valley Harbor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St Charles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bavarian Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Bay Valley Harbor Apartments | Studio Bedsitter | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Country Way Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Riverside Place Apartments | Riverside Apartments - One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Deer Lick Apartments (Birch Run 27 LLC) | Deer Lick Apartments - Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Parkview Manor Apartments | Parkview Manor Apartments - One Bedroom Lower L... | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Niche Carrollton | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $754 |
| Beech Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $769 |
| Moore Rd 17 | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Charles, MI and Nearby
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Charles area is the $0.94 price per square foot Meadowview Estates - Three Bedroom Galley Kitch... Model at Meadowview Estates Family Homes in the starting from $1,175. The second greatest value St Charles apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at 6215 Normandy Drive starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for St Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowview Estates Family Homes | Meadowview Estates - Three Bedroom Galley Kitch... | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 6215 Normandy Drive | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Country Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Clairemont Village Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Ambassador Arms Apartments | Cranbrook | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Niche Carrollton | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Township Court | The Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Wicklow Apartments | STANDARD-GARDEN LEVEL | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Covington Cove Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Country Way Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Charles Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St Charles?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St Charles is at Bavarian Village listed at $525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St Charles Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St Charles Apartment is $680 at Bavarian Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St Charles Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St Charles is starting from $775 at Bavarian Village.
What is the most affordable St Charles Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St Charles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowview Estates Family Homes and starts from $1,175.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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