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Meeting Street Lofts
601 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the French Quarter Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (18 Rentals)
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35 Hanover St
CharlestonSC29403
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from $1,6001 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1, 2026
34 Morris St, Unit C
34 Morris StCharleston, SC 29403
75 Society St
CharlestonSC29401
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The Porter
577 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Madison Station
651 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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72 America St
CharlestonSC29403
549 King St
CharlestonSC29403
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Element 29
287 Huger StCharleston, SC 29403
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511 Meeting
511 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Atlantic on Romney
55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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from $1,830Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 24
Bridgeside at Patriots Point
175 Harbor Bridge LnMount Pleasant, SC 29464
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French Quarter, Charleston, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in French Quarter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Quarter Studio Apartments | $2,391 | $1,545 | $6,398 |
| French Quarter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,157 | $1,600 | $9,585 |
| French Quarter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,470 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| French Quarter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,607 | $1,520 | $10,000+ |
| French Quarter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,360 | $7,900 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the French Quarter Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Cheapest Available French Quarter Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the French Quarter area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Meeting Street Lofts priced from $1,545. The Porter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,731. Here are the most affordable French Quarter apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting Street Lofts | Roseman | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Porter | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,731 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,799 |
| Element 29 | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $1,816 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in French Quarter, SC
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the French Quarter 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 French Quarter 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 French Quarter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society at Ansonborough | PH6 | 3BR,2.5BA | $5.12 |
| Legacy Patriots Point | PH | 2BR,2.5BA | $5.80 |
| The Charleigh | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| The Guild | SK | Studio ,1BA | $5.16 |
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio ,1BA | $3.01 |
| The Porter | S4 | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| Madison Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 10 WestEdge | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $4.13 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
| Atlantic on Romney | A1-B | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFrench Quarter, Charleston, SC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the French Quarter Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap French Quarter Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in French Quarter?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in French Quarter is under $2,187.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in French Quarter?
The cheapest apartment in French Quarter is Meeting Street Lofts which is listed at $1,745, while the average apartment in French Quarter costs $3,512.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in French Quarter?
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 116 regular apartments in French Quarter 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 French Quarter?
Cheap apartments in French Quarter have an average cost of $1,014 which is $2,498 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in French Quarter.
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