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35 Hanover St
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Element 29
287 Huger StCharleston, SC 29403
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655 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29403
333 King St
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The Merchant
102 Sottile StCharleston, SC 29403
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601 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Porter
577 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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511 Meeting
511 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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35 Folly Apartments
35 Folly Rd BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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The Rumney
695 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Atlantic on Romney
55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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East Central, Charleston, SC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Studio Apartments | $2,396 | $1,565 | $4,472 |
| East Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,247 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| East Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,767 | $1,430 | $10,000+ |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,280 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Element 29 priced from $1,658. The Merchant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio,1BA | $1,658 |
| The Merchant | Anson | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,746 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio K | Studio,1BA | $1,765 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, SC
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central 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 East Central 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 East Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bridgeview Village | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| 107 Hanover St, Unit D | 107 Hanover St | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| The Porter | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Element 29 | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Foundry Point | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Meeting Street Lofts | Tobin | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
| The Charleigh | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $3.92 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio ,1BA | $3.43 |
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Getting Around the East Central Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Central is under $2,019.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Central?
The cheapest apartment in East Central is Element 29 which is listed at $1,741, while the average apartment in East Central costs $3,260.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Central?
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 East Central 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 East Central?
Cheap apartments in East Central have an average cost of $1,084 which is $2,176 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Central.
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