
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $2,000 (90 Rentals)
Rental terms in Charleston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Foundry Point

10 WestEdge

Bluewater at Boltons Landing

Sweetwater Apartments

Riverland Woods

Channel Family Apartment Homes

Plantation Flats

The Avenues of West Ashley

Parker Point
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

Element Carolina Bay

Heron Reserve

Atlantic Palms

Sabal Palms Apartment Homes

Ashley River Apartments

Avalon at James Island

17 South Apartments

The Ashley Apartments

Furnished Studio - N. Charleston

35 Folly Apartments

Preserve at Essex Farms

Hawthorne Westside

Alta Shores

1800 Ashley West

The Avenues at Verdier Pointe

The Standard

1000 West

Boltons Landing

Madison Station

The Rumney

511 Meeting

Cooper River Farms

The Jaunt

The Palms Apartments

West Wind

Ashley Oaks

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

Shadowmoss Pointe Apartments and Townhomes

1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 2

1030 Jack Primus Rd

174 Overlook Pt Pl
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 | $2,018 | $1,028 | $7,306 |
Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $895 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,930 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,579 | $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 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 $2,625.
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 $2,221 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 675 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.

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.

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.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.