
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Vista View Apartments

Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere)

Patriot River View

Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma)

Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier)

Chateau (Patriot Rose)

Olde English I (Patriot Glen)

Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler)

Village Hill (Patriot Walker)

The Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Brenmick (Patriot of Brenmick)

Kelly Manor (Patriot Lanes)

936 Mathews Ave, Unit 936 Mathews Ave

317 Park Dr, Unit PARK DR SADDB ROS

Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave)

Southmoor Hills
Charleston, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Charleston Studio Apartments | $1,283 | $566 | $2,000 |
Cheap Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $525 | $3,350 |
Cheap Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $730 | $4,150 |
Cheap Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $918 | $3,000 |
Cheap Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $937 | $2,385 |
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Charleston, WV Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV
Pricing Updated: 02/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $525 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,496. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Side at $525, North Charleston at $644, and Downtown Charleston at $566. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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West Side | $995 | $525 | 11 |
North Charleston | $1,035 | $644 | 9178 |
Downtown Charleston | $1,283 | $566 | 8895 |
East End | $1,283 | $566 | 8895 |
Edgewood | $1,283 | $525 | 8958 |
Loudon Heights | $1,283 | $566 | 9012 |
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City | $1,283 | $525 | 14432 |
South Hills | $1,283 | $525 | 9023 |
Northeast Charleston | $1,810 | $525 | 9447 |
Outer North East Charleston | $1,810 | $525 | 9425 |
Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot River View in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $649. Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charleston apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Patriot River View | One Morris - 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Chateau (Patriot Rose) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
Village Hill (Patriot Walker) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $782 |
Patriot Eve | Olde English II - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $819 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.03 price per square foot Molly- 1 Star / 3bed/2.50bath 1,760sqft Model at Eagle View Luxury Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 936 Mathews Ave Model at 936 Mathews Ave, Unit 936 Mathews Ave starting at $975 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Eagle View Luxury Apartments | Molly- 1 Star / 3bed/2.50bath 1,760sqft | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
936 Mathews Ave, Unit 936 Mathews Ave | 936 Mathews Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Patriot Eve | Olde English II - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Brenmick (Patriot of Brenmick) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Village Hill (Patriot Walker) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
1552 Lewis St, Unit C | 1552 Lewis St | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Chateau (Patriot Rose) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
736 Crescent Rd, Unit 2 | 736 Crescent Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Charleston Overview
The proud capital city of West Virginia, Charleston is a charming slice of southern hospitality. With a notable history and plenty of modern day convenience and opportunity abound, those looking for a new place to call home would do well to consider this in-demand hot spot.
Why live in Charleston, WV?
Brimming with natural scenic beauty and plenty of job offerings, apartments in Charleston represent some of the best living in all of West Virginia. Schools are top notch, and local employers ranging from power companies to the flagship home of Shoney's Restaurants call the city home, yielding a sound economic base for the city. From museums to public parks, nightlife to theater performances, this idyllic capital city is a winner.
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Getting Around Charleston, WV
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Charleston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Apartment is $649 at Patriot River View.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston is starting from $799 at Patriot Eve.
What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) and starts from $1,035.
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