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601 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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102 Sottile StCharleston, SC 29403
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35 Folly Rd BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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511 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Downtown Charleston, Charleston, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Charleston Studio Apartments | $2,465 | $1,451 | $7,102 |
| Downtown Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $1,606 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,328 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,699 | $1,520 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,370 | $7,900 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Charleston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Meeting Street Lofts priced from $1,451. The Merchant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting Street Lofts | Roseman | Studio,1BA | $1,451 |
| The Merchant | Chalmers | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,717 |
| Element 29 | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $1,741 |
| Madison Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston, SC
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charleston area is the $3.65 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Bridgeview Village in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Downtown Charleston apartment is the 107 Hanover St Model at 107 Hanover St, Unit D starting at $2,500 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeview Village | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| 107 Hanover St, Unit D | 107 Hanover St | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| The Merchant | Crosstown | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Morrison Yard | The Portico | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
| Foundry Point | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Madison Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio ,1BA | $3.43 |
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This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Charleston, South Carolina. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Charleston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Charleston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Charleston is under $1,843.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Charleston?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Charleston is 35 Folly Apartments which is listed at $1,717, while the average apartment in Downtown Charleston costs $3,328.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Charleston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 129 regular apartments in Downtown Charleston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Charleston?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Charleston have an average cost of $1,113 which is $2,215 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Charleston.
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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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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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Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and 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.