
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC Under $2,000 (91 Rentals)
Apartments in Charleston with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Atlantic on Romney

Paxton Point Hope

Goddard Point Hope

The Beckett

Morrison Yard

Newbrook Point Hope

Grande Oaks Parc

Atlantic At Grand Oaks
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The Heyward Apartments

Bluewater at Boltons Landing

Channel Family Apartment Homes

Parker Point

Cooper River Farms

Ashley River Apartments

Element Carolina Bay

Sweetwater Apartments
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Riverland Woods

Abberly at West Ashley

The Halcyon

Aspire at James Island

Avalon at James Island

The Porter

Element 29

Mosby Ingleside

Meeting Street Lofts

Sky Garden Apartments
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The Ashley Apartments

35 Folly Apartments

Hawthorne Westside

The Avenues at Verdier Pointe

MAA Cypress Cove

Boltons Landing

Summit Place

Madison Station
Charleston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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The Rumney

511 Meeting

MAA James Island

West Wind

Shadowmoss Pointe Apartments and Townhomes

Atlantic Nowell Creek

Satori West Ashley

Monty
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 | $2,087 | $1,000 | $6,943 |
Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $868 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,617 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,280 | $8,585 |
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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 Charleston
How much are Studio apartments in Charleston?
There are currently 81 Studio Apartments in Charleston with rent ranges from $950 to $6,943 with an average price of $2,327.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Charleston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Charleston ranges from $868 to $11,754 with an average monthly rent of $2,212.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Charleston range from $1,010 to $12,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,617.
How expensive are Charleston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 224 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Charleston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,350 to $15,075 - averaging $2,933 for the location.
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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.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Sandy Baker
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