35 Hanover St
CharlestonSC29403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,000 (15 Rentals)
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The Merchant
102 Sottile StCharleston, SC 29403
72 America St
CharlestonSC29403
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Atlantic on Romney
55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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from $1,927Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Charleigh
441 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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10 WestEdge
10 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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from $2,031Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Morrison Yard
838 Morrison DrCharleston, SC 29403
34 Mary St
CharlestonSC29403
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18 Line St
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111 Drake St
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East Side, Charleston, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $2,635 | $1,625 | $6,909 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,377 | $1,800 | $9,585 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,035 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,708 | $1,840 | $10,000+ |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $1,544 | $1,990 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Charleston, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at Sky Garden Apartments priced from $1,799. Atlantic on Romney has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,799 |
| Atlantic on Romney | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Charleigh | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,927 |
| The Merchant | Harbor | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
| 10 WestEdge | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, SC
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $5.12 price per square foot PH6 Model at Society at Ansonborough in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $14,020. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the PH Model at Legacy Patriots Point starting at $12,500 with a $5.80 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Society at Ansonborough | PH6 | 3BR,2.5BA | $5.12 |
| Legacy Patriots Point | PH | 2BR,2.5BA | $5.80 |
| Caroline | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| 655 East Bay | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| The Guild | SD-T | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
| The Merchant | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Morrison Yard | The Portico | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
| 10 WestEdge | S4 | Studio ,1BA | $4.08 |
| The Charleigh | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $3.64 |
| Atlantic on Romney | A1-B | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Charleston, SC
Ranked #34
Among neighborhoods in Charleston, SC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Side Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 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 Cheap East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side is under $3,166.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is The Merchant which is listed at $1,955, while the average apartment in East Side costs $3,845.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 62 regular apartments in East Side 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 Side?
Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $1,196 which is $2,649 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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