
Short Term Lease Luxury Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC (54 Rentals)
Rental terms in Charleston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
The most luxurious Apartments in Charleston with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Paxton Point Hope

Sweetwater Apartments

Riverland Woods

Ashley River Apartments

Morrison Yard

The Avenues of West Ashley

Avalon at James Island

The Porter
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

The Ashley Apartments

35 Folly Apartments

The Standard

The Charleigh

17 South Apartments

Hawthorne Westside

Ashley Oaks

511 Meeting

Cooper River Farms

West Wind

The Jaunt

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

Shadowmoss Pointe Apartments and Townhomes

211 River Landing Dr

211 River Landing Dr

1674 Folly Rd

Central Island Square

Crowne at Live Oak Square

Stono Oaks

Atlantic Beach House

Overture Daniel Island 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Daniel Island Village

Sweetgrass Landing

Belle Hall

The Boulevard (SC)

Avana Long Point

The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments

Central Square at Watermark

Wharf 7

The Apartments at Shade Tree

Bridgeside at Patriots Point

Silvana Oaks

The Anchorage

Riviera at Seaside

The Six

Sage at 1240

7868 High Maple Cir
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 | $2,109 | $1,090 | $6,909 |
Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $807 | $9,585 |
Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,559 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $1,360 | $10,000+ |
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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.
Charleston, SC Area Reviews
Vicki • 4+ years in Charleston
February 25, 2025Charleston 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 Short-term Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Charleston is at Ashley Oaks listed at $1,025.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Charleston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Charleston is $2,955.
What is the largest Short-term Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Charleston is a 2,580 square feet unit starting from $1,640 at 655 East Bay.
What is the average size for Charleston Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Charleston is currently at 678 sq ft.
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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & 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.

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.