Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $2,000 (91 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Charleston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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

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James Towne Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

James Towne Village

3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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The Riverview
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Riverview

1476 Orange Grove RdCharleston, SC 29407
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Palmetto Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmetto Square

1551 Sam Rittenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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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 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 $2,667.

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 $2,800 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 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.