Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV from $400(40 Rentals)

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Brooks Manor Apartments
from $478Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brooks Manor

23 Brooks StCharleston, WV 25301
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Rose Lane Apartments
from $540Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Lane Apartments

2700 Rose Lane DrCharleston, WV 25302
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108 Elizabeth St Apartments
from $5501 Bedroom Apartments

108 Elizabeth St

108 Elizabeth StCharleston, WV 25311
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Cavalier Apartments
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from $599Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier

1316 Virginia St ECharleston, WV 25301
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1625 Quarrier St Apartments
from $6251 Bedroom Apartments

1625 Quarrier St

1625 Quarrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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Kanawha Village Apartments
from $6251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kanawha Village Apartments

3901-4013 MacCorkle Ave SECharleston, WV 25304
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Edgewater Apartments
from $625Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edgewater

1330 Kanawha Blvd ECharleston, WV 25301
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Summerfield Apartments
from $6491 Bedroom Apartments

Summerfield

1331 Virginia StCharleston, WV 25301
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One Morris Apartments
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from $6491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

One Morris

1 Morris StCharleston, WV 25301
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1044 Bridge Rd Apartments
from $6502 Bedroom Apartments

1044 Bridge Rd

1044 Bridge RdCharleston, WV 25314
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LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS
from $6751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS

100 Loretta LnCharleston, WV 25309
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1637 Quarrier St Apartments
from $7002 Bedroom Apartments

1637 Quarrier St

1637 Quarrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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3603-3611 Kanawha Ave SE Apartments
from $7251 Bedroom Apartments

3603-3611 Kanawha Ave SE

3603-3611 Kanawha Ave SECharleston, WV 25304
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11 Greenbrier St Apartments
from $7251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11 Greenbrier St

11 Greenbrier StCharleston, WV 25311
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Olde English II Apartments
from $7992 Bedroom Apartments

Olde English II

4932-4934 W Washington StCharleston, WV 25313
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Chateau (Patriot Rose) Apartments
from $8491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Chateau (Patriot Rose)

24 Bradford StCharleston, WV 25301
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The Town House Apartments
from $850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Town House Apartments

1202 Kanawha BlvdCharleston, WV 25301
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Terrace Park East Apartments
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from $9501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Park East

2106 Kanawha Blvd ECharleston, WV 25311
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The Oaks Apartments
from $7951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

120 Oak DrDunbar, WV 25064
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Charleston, WV Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV

Pricing Updated: 11/29/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $478 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,396. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Charleston at $699, Outer S Charleston Kanawha City at $478, and Loudon Heights at $478. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Charleston$950$69914
Outer S Charleston Kanawha City$1,092$47864
Loudon Heights$1,100$47828
East End$1,350$55027
Northeast Charleston$1,455$47829
Outer North East Charleston$1,455$47828
Downtown Charleston$1,509$47826
Edgewood$1,509$47816
Fort Hill$1,509$47827
Oakwood$1,509$47828

Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $644. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$644
Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$699
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$699
Olde English I (Patriot Glen)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$749
Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$754
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$785
Southmoor HillsGarden Type F1BR,1BA$815
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$819
The Ridge Apartments & Townhomes1x11BR,1BA$840
Chateau (Patriot Rose)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV

As of November 29, 2024 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $0.95 price per square foot 233 Henson Ave Model at 233 Henson Ave, Unit A in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Kelly Manor (Patriot Lanes) starting at $879 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the St Albans Cross Lanes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
233 Henson Ave, Unit A233 Henson Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
Kelly Manor (Patriot Lanes)2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.96
Village Hill (Patriot Walker)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.96
Brenmick (Patriot of Brenmick)2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.96
Chateau (Patriot Rose)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Olde English I (Patriot Glen)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Tyler (Patriot on the Tyler)1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.13
The Ridge Apartments & Townhomes1x11BR,1BA$1.29

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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.

Charleston, WV
Population: 47,215

Ranked #783

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Charleston, WV

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $644 at Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere).

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 $785 at LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS.

What is the most affordable Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Southmoor Hills and starts from $1,071.

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