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$1,469
Charleston - North Charleston - I-526
4835 Rivers Ave Charleston, SC
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$1,529
Charleston - Ashley Phosphate Rd.
7477 Northside Dr Charleston, SC
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$1,860
836 White Oak Dr
Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,400
Downtown Duplex
9 Allway St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,925
Where Comfort Meets Convenience
923 E Estates Blvd Unit E Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,623
2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes In West Ashley
2103 Rondo St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$3,668 - 4,462
King And Co Charleston
363 King St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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$2,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Condo In Downtown Charleston - Charleston
259 E Bay St #7b Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,390
3293 Ashland St
Charleston, SC
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,840 - 5,320
Wharf 7
Deal
515 Robert Daniel Drive Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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52
$1,925 - 4,970
511 Meeting
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511 Meeting St Charleston, SC
Studio - 2 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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$1,818 - 5,077
Talison Row at Daniel Island Apartments
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480 Seven Farms Drive Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$1,950
Luxurious Apartment
2244 Ashley Crossing Dr Charleston, SC
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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36
$1,985 - 4,530
The Standard
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215 Promenade Vista Street Charleston, SC
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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51
$1,194 - 1,417
Pinecrest Greene
1750 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$1,849 - 3,149
Aventon Noelle
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2150 Clements Ferry Rd Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$5,499 - 5,999
655 East Bay
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655 East Bay Charleston, SC
3 BR | Available Now
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23
$1,565 - 2,060
Madison Station
651 Meeting St Charleston, SC
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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16
$1,849 - 2,125
The Rumney
695 Meeting St Charleston, SC
1 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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39
$1,731 - 2,885
The Porter
577 Meeting St Charleston, SC
Studio - 2 BR | Aug. 24, 2026
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$1,118 - 3,302
The Jaunt
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1840 Carriage Ln Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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52
$1,811 - 3,188
Cormac
1310 Meeting Street Rd Charleston, SC
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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83
$2,305 - 5,930
The Henslow Daniel Island Apartments & Townhomes
350 Henslow Dr Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$1,650 - 2,325
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Sky Garden Apartments
28 Woolfe St Charleston, SC
1 - 5 BR | Available Now
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79
$3,495 - 8,295
Society at Laurens
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31 Laurens St Charleston, SC
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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53
$2,200 - 2,900
1000 King St
Charleston, SC
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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6
$1,162 - 1,174
Pebble Creek Apartments
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1850 Pebble Rd Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$2,030 - 4,637
Foundry Point
6 Huguenin Ave Charleston, SC
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,775 - 2,610
The Beckett
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1100 Hampton Rivers Rd Charleston, SC
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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3D Tour
$1,875 - 2,450
1000 King St
Charleston, SC
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?

Charleston Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $1,800 $1,020 - $2,680
1BR $1,780 $1,110 - $3,860
2BR $2,120 $1,400 - $6,250
3BR $2,630 $1,520 - $7,120
4+BR $5,610 $2,040 - $17,900
Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments are available in Charleston, SC on Rentable.co?

Rentable.co has over 16,505 apartments available in Charleston.

What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Charleston, SC?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Charleston is around $1,800 per month.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Charleston, SC?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Charleston is around $1,780 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Charleston, SC?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Charleston is around $2,120 per month.

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Charleston, SC?

For a two-bedroom apartment in Charleston, the average rent price is $2,120 per month, which is higher than the national average of $1,630 per month.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Charleston, SC?

Based on average rent prices in Charleston, to afford a studio apartment you would need an annual household income of $72,000 to live comfortably.

Find a Charleston Apartment

Charleston, SC is a town rich in history and heritage. It is not only the oldest city in South Carolina but it is also the second largest city in the state. This town in nestled in the Charleston Harbor and calls Charleston County its home. Charleston was founded in 1670 but didn't get its current name until around 1783. Charleston is known for its southern charm as well as a town rich in architecture. Travel and leisure magazine names Charleston the "friendliest city" in 2011 and was also named "the most polite and hospitable city in America" by Southern Living Magazine.

When to Search

Charleston being a historically rich city does have a tendency to get packed when it comes to population. In addition there are numerous people every year who are moving to this truly remarkable town. That means that you want get your application in as soon as you can. Competition for apartments in this city is extremely high.

Staying in the Know

Charleston landlords are very picky and they have the right to be. This town is known for its local heritage and its southern hospitality and landlords want to keep that appearance up. Therefore make sure our application stands out in the crowd. You want impeccable references as be sure to provide proof of income up front to save time.

Life in Charleston

Transportation

Charleston has an array of transportation methods for those who don't have a vehicle of their own. Public transportation includes city buses, trolleys as well as mini-buses. It is however highly advised that resident have their own private transportation to save themselves time. Charleston is a city that is spread out so unless you just want to remain downtown, your own transportation is recommended.

Where to play

Charleston is a town that is full of things to do. The nightlife is Charleston is eclectic. So there is literally a bar or club for every taste. In addition you can find a wide variety of live entertainment going on. With a rich history there are museums, old forts and an array of water activities available.

Neighborhoods

Downtown Charleston

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Campuses Nearby

College of Charleston
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Charleston:
August Rent Report

Welcome to the August 2026 Charleston Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 key findings and figures for the Charleston rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in Charleston and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of Charleston average rent prices in the chart below.

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Charleston Rent Prices Decrease From July to August

Charleston rent prices decreased over the last month. From July to August, the city experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Charleston one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from July to August, Charleston experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Charleston two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

August Prices: Charleston vs. Surrounding Areas

Rent Prices in Charleston and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in Charleston over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 0 of the Charleston suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rents did not increase in any of the Charleston suburbs

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the Charleston suburbs.

August 2026 Pricing Trends: Charleston vs. National Comparisons

Charleston Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Charleston over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, Charleston average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a Charleston one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about Charleston and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for Charleston and suburbs

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Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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