
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent with Specials in Charleston, SC (32 Rentals)
Apartments in Charleston with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
Rental terms in Charleston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Paxton Point Hope

Atlantic Palms

Channel Family Apartment Homes

Bees Ferry

Element Carolina Bay

Heron Reserve

Plantation Flats

Sabal Palms Apartment Homes

Ashley River Apartments
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 Porter

Preserve at Essex Farms

Alta Shores

1800 Ashley West

The Avenues at Verdier Pointe

The Standard

17 South Apartments

511 Meeting

Madison Station

The Jaunt

Palisades of Charleston

Atlantic Beach House

Central Square at Watermark

The Wilder

Avana Long Point

Latitude at Wescott

The Apartments at Shade Tree

4830 Wescott Apartments

Kilnsea Village

Oakbrook Village

Riviera at Seaside

The Reserve at Wescott
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 | $2,040 | $1,028 | $7,007 |
Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,559 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,370 | $1,360 | $8,900 |
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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 Short-term Charleston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Charleston?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Charleston is at The Jaunt listed at $1,181.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Charleston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Charleston is $2,644.
What is the largest Short-term Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Charleston is a 1,912 square feet unit starting from $1,710 at The Standard.
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 653 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.

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.