Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Birkdale Neighborhood of Summerville, SC from $800 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Birkdale area of Summerville.

9408 Sun Fountain Dr

Vivo Living Summerville

Oakbrook Village

Kilnsea Village

Summerville Station
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Martins Creek

Avana Oakbrook

Wellington Place

4830 Wescott

Westbury Mews Apartments

117 Langley Dr, Unit A
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Appian Way

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Cedar Grove
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108 Pinewood St
Birkdale, Summerville, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birkdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birkdale Studio Apartments | $1,240 | $1,015 | $1,466 |
| Birkdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $925 | $4,961 |
| Birkdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,305 | $5,322 |
| Birkdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,628 | $3,916 |
| Birkdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,662 | $2,408 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Birkdale Neighborhood of Summerville, SC.
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Cheapest Available Birkdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Birkdale area of Summerville, SC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Summerville priced from $1,015. Waters at Oakbrook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,037. Here are the most affordable Birkdale apartments for rent in Summerville, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Summerville | SB - Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Waters at Oakbrook | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| Waverly Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| Kilnsea Village | Hamlet | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Oakbrook Village | The Charleston | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Martins Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Harborstone | Azure | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| MAA Commerce Park | Myrtle | 1BR,1BA | $1,338 |
| Avana Oakbrook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| Wellington Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birkdale, SC
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Birkdale area is the $1.56 price per square foot Oak Model at Beacon at Ashley River Landing in the in the Birkdale neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Birkdale apartment is the Sage Model at Covey Homes Wescott starting at $1,959 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Sandpines at Wescott neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Birkdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon at Ashley River Landing | Oak | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Covey Homes Wescott | Sage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Bridge Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | The Cooper Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Palms on Ashley River Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Wellington Place | Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| Cooper's Ridge | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Cedar Grove | Alexander ADA | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Appian Way | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Kilnsea Village | Hamlet | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Waters at Oakbrook | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birkdale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Birkdale?
The cheapest apartment in Birkdale is Waters at Oakbrook which is listed at $1,037, while the average apartment in Birkdale costs $2,899.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Birkdale?
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 16 regular apartments in Birkdale 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 Birkdale?
Cheap apartments in Birkdale have an average cost of $201 which is $2,698 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Birkdale.
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