Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC from $300 with Utilities Included (48 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Apartments in Charleston where your utility payments are included in your rent.

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Charleston.

close
View Me
St. James Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

St. James Place

800 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Harbor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Apartments

801 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included

Who Pays for Utilities? Landlord or Tenant?

Your Guide to Understanding Who is Responsible for Which Utilities for When Renting. Click Below to Read More

close
View Me
The Shires Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Shires Apartments

1020 Little John DrCharleston, SC 29407
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Grandview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Apartments

1850 Magwood RdCharleston, SC 29414
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
1441 Remount Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1441 Remount Rd

1441 Remount RdCharleston, SC 29406
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
River Oaks Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

1102 Hillside DrCharleston, SC 29407
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Parkdale Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkdale Townhomes

507 Parkdale DrCharleston, SC 29414
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Ivy Ridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Ridge Apartments

2215 Greenridge RdCharleston, SC 29406
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Seven Farms
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Seven Farms

305 Seven Farms DrCharleston, SC 29492
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Magnolia 61
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia 61

1830 Magwood RdCharleston, SC 29414
  • Utilities Included

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

close
View Me
Hampton West
Studio Apartments

Hampton West

554 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Palmilla Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palmilla Apartments

1385 Ashley River RdCharleston, SC 29407
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
River Front Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Front Apartments

1386 River Front DrCharleston, SC 29407
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Pinecrest Greene
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinecrest Greene

1750 Raoul Wallenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
  • Utilities Included

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

close
View Me
Alston Lake Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alston Lake Apartments

2430 Alston AveNorth Charleston, SC 29406
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Barony Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Barony Place

3835 Spruill AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Jac Dar Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jac Dar Apartments

4620 Jenkins AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Summerfield Townhomes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Summerfield Townhomes

7725 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
River's Edge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

River's Edge

4301 Bream RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Park at Hanahan
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park at Hanahan

1010 Tanner Ford BlvdHanahan, SC 29410
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Indigo Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Indigo Apartments

3335 Florida AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Lakes at Pepperidge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakes at Pepperidge

8101 Honeysuckle Lake DrNorth Charleston, SC 29420
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
KRC Chester Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

KRC Chester Place

4747 Lambs RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Prospect on the Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect on the Avenue

3317 Florida AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Donaree Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Donaree Village

6701 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Wedgewood Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wedgewood Townhomes

4791 Apartment BlvdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
  • Utilities Included

Charleston, SC Local Guide

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

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

Charleston, SC Area Reviews

  • Parks
  • Entertainment
  • Local Vibes
  • Restaurants
  • Location
  • Traffic
  • Public Transportation
  • Outdoor Access
  • Cost of Living
  • Safety

Vicki4+ years in Charleston

February 25, 2025

Charleston is a great place to live and work. It's a beautiful coastal area with lots of things to see and do. The downside to living in Charleston is the traffic! The combination of locals and tourists on the roads make it almost impossible to get around. It's also a bit pricey to live in the Holy City...but the charm, views, laid back lifestyle, and Southern hospitality cannot be beat!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Charleston?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charleston is under $1,051.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston?

The cheapest apartment in Charleston is 1809 Calvert St Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Charleston costs $3,757.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston?

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 2,986 regular apartments in Charleston 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 Charleston?

Cheap apartments in Charleston have an average cost of $902 which is $2,855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston.

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.

decorative image for A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston article

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.

decorative image for Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters article

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

decorative image for Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants article

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

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.