Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Birkdale Neighborhood of Summerville, SC from $800 (26 Rentals)

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Midland Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midland Terrace

188 Midland PkySummerville, SC 29485
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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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Latitude at Wescott
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Latitude at Wescott

9580 Old Glory LnSummerville, SC 29485
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Harmony at Wescott
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harmony at Wescott

5130 Wescott BlvdSummerville, SC 29485
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Willow Trace
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Trace

808 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201

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Waverly Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Place

1900 Waverly Place LnNorth Charleston, SC 29418

Birkdale, Summerville, SC Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living SummervilleSB - Studio BStudio,1BA$1,015
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1,037
Waverly PlaceA11BR,1BA$1,084
Kilnsea VillageHamlet1BR,1BA$1,225
Oakbrook VillageThe Charleston1BR,1BA$1,225
Martins CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
HarborstoneAzure1BR,1BA$1,301
MAA Commerce ParkMyrtle1BR,1BA$1,338
Avana OakbrookA11BR,1BA$1,339
Wellington PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beacon at Ashley River LandingOak3BR,2BA$1.56
Covey Homes WescottSage2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Bridge Pointe Apartments and TownhomesThe Cooper Garden2BR,2BA$1.58
Palms on Ashley River Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
Wellington PlaceThree Bedroom, One and Half Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.60
Cooper's RidgeBelmont2BR,2BA$1.37
Cedar GroveAlexander ADA2BR,2BA$1.47
Appian Way2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.52
Kilnsea VillageHamlet1BR,1BA$1.45
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Birkdale, Summerville, SC

Ranked #5

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Summerville, South Carolina. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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.

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.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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!