
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC from $300 with Swimming Pool (61 Rentals)
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Ashley Oaks

Oasis at West Ashley

Bradley Square

Village Square

Boltons Landing

The Jaunt

The Magnolia by Trion Living
Charleston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Charleston and the best places to live with original content written by our Charleston, SC Local Expert Vickie Shivers

Sabal Palms Apartment Homes

The Palms Apartments

Channel Family Apartment Homes

1800 Ashley West

Ashley River Apartments

17 South Apartments

Mosby Ingleside

Middleton Cove

Alta Shores

Atlantic Palms

Plantation Flats

Planters Trace Apartment Homes

MAA Hampton Pointe

The Avenues of West Ashley

Bees Ferry

Castlewood Townhouses

Hawthorne Westside

Townhouse Village

MAA Cypress Cove

Preserve at Essex Farms

West Wind

Element Carolina Bay

Icon @ Park Circle

Amberwood Townhomes

Brackenbrook Apartments

Appian Way

The Teale Navy Yard

Cedar Grove

Oakbrook Village

Waverly Place

Spring Hill Apartments

Silvana Oaks

Palmetto Creek Townhomes

Latitude at Wescott

MAA Waters Edge

Kilnsea Village

Palms on Ashley River

The Harrison
Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Charleston Studio Apartments | $2,045 | $1,028 | $7,007 |
Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $950 | $9,585 |
Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $1,360 | $8,585 |
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Getting Around Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charleston is at Archer School Apartments listed at $1,028.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment is $850 at 1809 Calvert St Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston is starting from $990 at Pinecrest Greene.
What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ashley Oaks and starts from $1,025.
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.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston
Written by: Vickie Shivers
Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.