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Lake Pointe Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Pointe Apartments

100 Lake Point AveSummerville, SC 29483
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Garden Manor Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Manor Townhomes

617 Wassamassaw RdSummerville, SC 29483
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Midland Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midland Terrace

188 Midland PkySummerville, SC 29485
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530 Orangeburg Road
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 Orangeburg Road

530 Orangeburg RdSummerville, SC 29483
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Waters at Oakbrook
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waters at Oakbrook

1000 Oakbrook Landing DrSummerville, SC 29485
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Treehaven
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Treehaven

400 Pinewood DrSummerville, SC 29483
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Harmony at Wescott
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harmony at Wescott

5130 Wescott BlvdSummerville, SC 29485
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Summerville, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Summerville, SC

Pricing Updated: 09/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Summerville, SC area range in price from $896 to $8,676 with an overall median price of $2,465. The three Summerville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sandpines at Wescott at $915, Eagle Run at $915, and Hunters Bend at $1,121. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Summerville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sandpines at Wescott$1,835$915170
Eagle Run$1,854$915154
Hunters Bend$2,079$1,121667
Goose Creek$2,597$8962513
Outer E Summerville Goose Creek$2,597$8981867
Myers' Mill Villages$2,600$95056
The Glen at Summerset$2,600$95035
Arbor Walk$2,675$91592
The Bluffs at Ashley River$2,675$91565
The Club at Legend Oaks$2,675$95030

Cheapest Available Summerville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Summerville, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Waters at Oakbrook in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood priced from $1,037. Colonial Park I in the Summerpark Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summerville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,037
Colonial Park IColonial Park- Special Rate of $1,050!!!1BR,1BA$1,050
Waters at St. JamesA11BR,1BA$1,121
Magnolia Branch1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,121
TreehavenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,155
The Montana Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,164
Cobblestone Village1 Bedroom (Sunroom Optional)1BR,1BA$1,188
Cooper's RidgeArlington1BR,1BA$1,205
BeckstoneAzure1BR,1BA$1,214
Oakbrook VillageThe Charleston1BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summerville, SC

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Summerville area is the $1.44 price per square foot Charm Model at Chamberlain Pines in the in the Myers' Mill Villages neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Summerville apartment is the Sage Model at Covey Homes Wescott starting at $1,989 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Limehouse Villas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summerville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chamberlain PinesCharm3BR,2.5BA$1.44
Covey Homes WescottSage2BR,2.5BA$1.41
Bay Pointe at Summerville2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.30
Vivo Living SummervilleSingle Story Townhome - 2B/2B2BR,2BA$1.34
CEDAR KEY APARTMENTS3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.42
Summerfield ApartmentsTownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Palms on Ashley River Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
Nolia Apartment HomesTwo Bed, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.42
Kilnsea VillageHamlet1BR,1BA$1.48
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1.35

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Summerville Overview

Summerville is known for its charm, flowers, sweet tea and hospitality. The town, which is part of the Greater Charleston area, offers quiet living with easy access to busier areas, including downtown Charleston and beaches along the coast.

Why live in Summerville, SC?

Summerville provides a quiet and charming place to enjoy living while also being close to all that the downtown Charleston area has to offer. This gives residents the best of both worlds with plenty of amenities and attractions. Being close to major roads also makes it easy for residents to commute, while the townÆs proximity to the ocean provides a convenient vacation spot.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Summerville, SC

Ranked #10

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 Summerville, SC

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summerville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Summerville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Summerville is under $1,225.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Summerville?

The cheapest apartment in Summerville is Waters at Oakbrook which is listed at $1,037, while the average apartment in Summerville costs $2,465.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Summerville?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 451 regular apartments in Summerville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Summerville?

Cheap apartments in Summerville have an average cost of $216 which is $2,249 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Summerville.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.