Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, WV from $400 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston.

Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere)

Patriot River View (FKA One Morris)

Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau)

Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma)
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Downtown Charleston, Charleston, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Charleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Charleston Studio Apartments | $566 | $566 | $566 |
| Downtown Charleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,141 | $600 | $3,350 |
| Downtown Charleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $795 | $4,150 |
| Downtown Charleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $918 | $918 | $918 |
| Downtown Charleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $937 | $937 | $937 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Charleston Neighborhood of Charleston, WV.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Charleston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Charleston area of Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) priced from $750. Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Charleston apartments for rent in Charleston, WV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Patriot at Summerfield (FKA Summerfield) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Patriot River View (FKA One Morris) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Patriot at Cavalier (FKA Cavalier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| 900 on Lee | The Lee | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston, WV
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Charleston area is the $3.14 price per square foot The Dickinson - Fully Furnished Model at 900 on Lee in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $4,150. The second greatest value Downtown Charleston apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau) starting at $1,607 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 900 on Lee | The Dickinson - Fully Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Patriot Rose (FKA Chateau) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Patriot at Summerfield (FKA Summerfield) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Patriot River View (FKA One Morris) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 1542 Quarrier St, Unit A | 1542 Quarrier St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Patriot at Cavalier (FKA Cavalier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1552 Lewis St, Unit C | 1552 Lewis St | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Patriot at Belvedere (FKA Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Charleston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment is $750 at Patriot at Aracoma (FKA Aracoma).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Charleston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Charleston is starting from $1,607 at Patriot River View (FKA One Morris).
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