Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC from $300 (128 Rentals)

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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

Charleston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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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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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River's Edge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

River's Edge

4301 Bream RdNorth Charleston, SC 29418
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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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Jamison Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jamison Park

2245 Greenridge RdNorth Charleston, SC 29406
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South Circle
2 Bedroom Apartments

South Circle

1079 Bexley StNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Prospect on the Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect on the Avenue

3317 Florida AveNorth Charleston, SC 29405
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Donaree Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Donaree Village

6701 Dorchester 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: 05/05/2025

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$3,495$95011

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. Ashley Oaks in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $922. 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
Ashley OaksThe Savannah2BR,2BA$922
Lelands NookNest1BR,1BA$950
Creekside At Noisette ApartmentsCreeside 11BR,1BA$975
North Corner Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Dwell at GreenridgeDogwood1BR,1BA$995
Johns Place ApartmentsLil John1BR,1BA$1,000
Indigo Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1BA$1,010

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, SC

As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Charleston area is the $1.17 price per square foot CALL FOR MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! The Haven Renovated... Model at Haven Townhomes in the in the Summerpark Village neighborhood starting from $2,009. The second greatest value North Charleston apartment is the Concord Model at Highland Townhomes starting at $2,102 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the West Ashley 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.
Haven TownhomesCALL FOR MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! The Haven Renovated...3BR,2.5BA$1.17
Highland TownhomesConcord3BR,2.5BA$1.31
Collins ParkC13BR,1.5BA$1.26
Latitude at Wescott2x2-1164 Full Renovation2BR,2BA$1.37
Townhouse Village2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Palms on Ashley River2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.23
Oakridge Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Amberwood TownhomesSalem2BR,1.5BA$1.08
1923 Calvert St, Unit C1923 Calvert St2BR,1BA$1.00
Waters at OakbrookMagnolia1BR,1BA$1.35

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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

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 Vivo Living Summerville listed at $1,145.

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 $922 at Ashley Oaks.

What is the most affordable North Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Charleston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ashley Oaks and starts from $1,025.

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