Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC from $300 (166 Rentals)

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Learn about Charleston and the best places to live with original content written by our Charleston, SC Local Expert Vickie Shivers

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Alston Lake Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alston Lake Apartments

2430 Alston AveNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Barony Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Barony Place

3835 Spruill AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Jac Dar Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jac Dar Apartments

4620 Jenkins AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Clement Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Clement Gardens

1822-1826 Clement AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Summerfield Townhomes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Summerfield Townhomes

7725 Dorchester RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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Kraft Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kraft Avenue

3336 Kraft AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Stafford Commons
Studio Apartments

Stafford Commons

7582 Stafford RdNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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Lelands Nook
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lelands Nook

1823 Leland StNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Indigo Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Indigo Apartments

3335 Florida AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Lakes at Pepperidge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakes at Pepperidge

8101 Honeysuckle Lake DrNorth Charleston, SC 29420
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KRC Chester Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

KRC Chester Place

4747 Lambs RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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North Charleston, SC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in North Charleston, SC

Pricing Updated: 03/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the North Charleston, SC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for North Charleston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Park Circle$3,600$97517

Cheapest Available North Charleston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in North Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at 1809 Calvert St Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $850. Lelands Nook in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Charleston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1809 Calvert St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Lelands NookNest1BR,1BA$950
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Pinecrest Greene2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$990
Willow LakeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$990
Johns Place ApartmentsLil John1BR,1BA$1,000
Icon @ Park Circle1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
Indigo Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Charleston area is the $0.95 price per square foot 5034 Ballantine Dr Model at 5034 Ballantine Dr in the in the Limehouse Villas neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value North Charleston apartment is the 111 Fairbury Dr Model at 111 Fairbury Dr starting at $2,465 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Bradford Bend at Longleaf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Charleston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5034 Ballantine Dr5034 Ballantine Dr6BR,4BA$0.95
111 Fairbury Dr111 Fairbury Dr3BR,2.5BA$1.03
112 Gathering Island Rd112 Gathering Island Rd4BR,2.5BA$1.05
8545 Chloe Ln8545 Chloe Ln4BR,2.5BA$1.00
9471 Netted Charm Ct9471 Netted Charm Ct4BR,2.5BA$1.03
109 Graduate Ln109 Graduate Ln3BR,2.5BA$1.17
Haven TownhomesCALL FOR MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! The Haven Renovated...3BR,2.5BA$1.09
Pinecrest Greene2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.77
Oakridge Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.08

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North Charleston Overview

Steeped in Southern culture since the 1600s, North Charleston, now the third-largest city in South Carolina, boasts historic districts, beautiful parks along the Cooper River, a multitude of restaurants and shops, and acclaimed cultural experiences. Add temperate weather, friendly people, and small-town charm with big city industry, and you have one of the best cities to call home. 

Why live in North Charleston, SC?

North Charleston’s unique blend of old and new and small-town charm with big city amenities make it the perfect place for you to call home. Enjoy all the history, nature, and culinary scene of Charleston with the lower rent prices and family-friendly atmosphere that come with a smaller population. As one of South Carolina’s major industrial centers, North Charleston also has a multitude of job opportunities for its residents. Furthermore, living in North Charleston apartments puts you in the unique position of being just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the South’s best cities, beaches, and forests. Make North Charleston your home and enjoy sweet Southern hospitality all year long!

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Charleston, SC

Ranked #5

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around North Charleston, SC

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 North Charleston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Charleston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Charleston is at The Teale Navy Yard listed at $1,199.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Charleston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Charleston Apartment is $850 at 1809 Calvert St Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Charleston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Charleston is starting from $990 at Pinecrest Greene.

What is the most affordable North Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amberwood Townhomes and starts from $1,350.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

Written by: Vickie Shivers

Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.