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1 Arcadian ParkCharleston, SC 29407
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $800 (22 Rentals)
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Meeting Street Lofts
601 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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Madison Station
651 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
35 Hanover St
CharlestonSC29403
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Element 29
287 Huger StCharleston, SC 29403
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333 King St
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The Merchant
102 Sottile 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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57 Carolina St, Unit A
57 Carolina StCharleston, SC 29403
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655 East Bay
655 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29403
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Atlantic on Romney
55 Romney StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Porter
577 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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North Central, Charleston, SC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Studio Apartments | $2,381 | $1,537 | $4,262 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,699 | $1,430 | $10,000+ |
| North Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,280 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Meeting Street Lofts priced from $1,537. Element 29 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting Street Lofts | Roseman | Studio,1BA | $1,537 |
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Merchant | Anson | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio K | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,753 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $3.76 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 145S in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Bridgeview Village starting at $3,750 with a $3.65 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 145S | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $3.76 |
| Bridgeview Village | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Foundry Point | B2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Element 29 | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Meeting Street Lofts | Tobin | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
| The Charleigh | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $3.92 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
| 10 WestEdge | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Central, Charleston, SC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the North Central Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Central is under $2,073.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central?
The cheapest apartment in North Central is 35 Folly Apartments which is listed at $1,753, while the average apartment in North Central costs $3,320.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 126 regular apartments in North 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 North Central?
Cheap apartments in North Central have an average cost of $1,077 which is $2,243 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Central.
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