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19534 Midland Trail

2714 Knox Ave

6466 Farmdale Rd

517 Roane St
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514 Branch St

3121 D Virginia Ave

1000 Maple Hls Pk

3119 D Virginia Ave

1031 Mount Vernon Rd
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6820 Linville Dr

321 Empire Dr

1502 Byng Dr

76 Boncarbo Ln

230 Terrace Ave
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1239 12th St
Charleston, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Charleston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Charleston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,057 | $650 | $2,200 |
Charleston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,474 | $895 | $2,300 |
Charleston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $1,250 | $2,650 |
Charleston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charleston, WV
Pricing Updated: 05/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the Charleston, WV area range in price from $566 to $4,150 with an overall median price of $1,547. The three Charleston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Charleston at $566, East End at $566, and Edgewood 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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Downtown Charleston | $1,200 | $566 | 41 |
East End | $1,200 | $566 | 42 |
Edgewood | $1,200 | $566 | 39 |
Loudon Heights | $1,200 | $566 | 43 |
South Hills | $1,200 | $566 | 43 |
South Ruffner | $1,300 | $1,300 | 1 |
Fort Hill | $1,650 | $750 | 43 |
Northeast Charleston | $1,650 | $566 | 44 |
Oakwood | $1,650 | $750 | 40 |
Outer North East Charleston | $1,650 | $566 | 43 |
Cheapest Available Charleston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charleston, WV is a 1 Bed unit found at Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $750. Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. 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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Aracoma (Patriot at Aracoma) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $802 |
Olde English I (Patriot Glen) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Belvedere (Patriot at Belvedere) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston area is the $1.09 price per square foot 4Bed2.5Bath Model at The Oaks Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Charleston apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment with Single C... Model at Presidio starting at $1,250 with a $0.91 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Oaks Apartments | 4Bed2.5Bath | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.09 |
Presidio | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden Apartment with Single C... | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Kelly Manor (Patriot Lanes) | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
Heritage Gardens (Patriot Enclave) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Village Hill (Patriot Walker) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Olde English II (Patriot Eve) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Cavalier (Patriot at Cavalier) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
LYNNELLE LANDING APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
1542 Quarrier St, Unit B | 1542 Quarrier St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Summerfield (Patriot at Summerfield) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Charleston
What type of rentals are currently available in Charleston?
There are currently 432 Apartments for Rent in Charleston, WV with pricing that ranges from $566 to $4,150. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charleston ranging from $650 to $2,650.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charleston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charleston ranges from $650 to $2,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,446.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charleston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charleston range from $918 to $2,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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