
Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,300 (16 Rentals)
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811 Colony Dr

111 Drake St
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14 Lockwood Dr

2226 Delano St

138 Line St

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208 Ashley Ave, Unit C - A

1093 King

3 Woolfe St

63 Rutledge Ave
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89 Fishburne St

180 Line St

18 Dewey St

37 America St
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North Central, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in North Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,645 | $1,800 | $5,500 |
North Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,299 | $1,750 | $6,900 |
North Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,901 | $3,249 | $6,100 |
North Central 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,250 | $4,250 | $4,250 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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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 Element 29 priced from $1,695. The Merchant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,730. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Element 29 | A02 | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
The Merchant | Anson | Studio,1BA | $1,730 |
511 Meeting | Studio K | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,753 |
Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC
As of May 17, 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. |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central
What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?
There are currently 294 Apartments for Rent in North Central, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,280 to $15,056. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $1,350 to $6,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central ranges from $1,350 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,552.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Central?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Central range from $1,430 to $15,056, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $6,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,249 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,280.
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