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Preserve at Essex Farms
3245 Glenn McConnell Pkwy, Charleston SC 29414
(854) 858-5362
$1,454+
19 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods Place, Charleston SC 29412
(518) 897-3066
$1,682+
25 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Putting green, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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4.0
The Charleigh
441 Meeting Street, Charleston SC 29403
(843) 428-8465
$2,151+
Top rated for Location
17 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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35 Folly Apartments
35 Folly Rd Blvd, Charleston SC 29407
(843) 508-9019
$1,748+
16 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Bluewater at Bolton’s Landing
1680 Bluewater Way, Charleston SC 29414
(831) 539-0705
$1,579+
Rent Savings
29 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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Palmilla
1385 Ashley River Rd, Charleston SC 29407
(843) 978-2872
$1,095+
7 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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The Porter
577 Meeting Street, Charleston SC 29403
(843) 890-3797
$1,797+
6 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, Walk in closets, Gym + more
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Enclave at West Ashley
1801 Haddon Hall Drive, Charleston SC 29414
(218) 443-7464
$1,699+
Rent Savings
5 units available
2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Gym, Pool, Coffee bar, Clubhouse + more
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Foundry Point
6 Huguenin Avenue, Charleston SC 29403
(843) 779-7239
$1,818
Rent Savings
10 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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4.0
Broadstone Ingleside
8400 Palmetto Commerce Parkway, Charleston SC 29456
(843) 428-7358
$1,417+
Rent Savings
Top rated for Location
31 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Top units for an elevated lifestyle.
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Cormac
1310 Meeting Street Road, Charleston SC 29405
(843) 281-7044
$1,728+
Rent Savings
17 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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The Guild
128 Columbus Street, Charleston SC 29403
(843) 507-4830
$2,173+
20 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Wine room, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, New construction + more
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The Jaunt
1840 Carriage Lane, Charleston SC 29407
(843) 508-2224
$1,116+
22 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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1800 Ashley West
1800 William Kennerty Drive, Charleston SC 29407
(559) 821-4827
$1,300+
Rent Savings
41 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Element Carolina Bay
1500 Parklawn Drive, Charleston SC 29414
(843) 594-1249
$1,529+
Rent Savings
13 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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Channel Family Apartment Homes
1000 Channel Marker Way, Charleston SC 29410
(224) 412-3913
$1,416+
Rent Savings
49 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

Average rent in Charleston, South Carolina

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Charleston is $2,153, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,605. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
Studio
$2,057
1 Bed
$2,153
2 Beds
$2,605
3+ Beds
$2,893
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

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Charleston is one of South Carolina’s largest cities by population for good reason — it offers a welcoming blend of Southern hospitality and historic charm.

If you’re considering moving to South Carolina, Charleston is an excellent choice. It’s home to the stunning Historic Charleston Harbor and full of cobblestone streets lined with Victorian houses. There are gorgeous beaches, including Sullivan’s Island and Folly Beach. And if you love the outdoors, you can enjoy green spaces like James Island County Park and Palmetto Islands County Park. The lifestyle is a mix of relaxed and exciting — ideal for students, families, and professionals alike.

Charleston also has many cultural landmarks to attract history buffs — from Fort Sumter, where the Civil War began, to Middleton Place. There are also over 30 art galleries across the city, including Robert Lange Studios, City Gallery at Waterfront Park, and LePrince Fine Art Gallery. And the food scene is versatile and bustling, with restaurants offering everything from tapas to seafood to steak.

Searching for apartments near Charleston, South Carolina is a breeze with Apartment List. Our app uses an AI-powered algorithm to make apartment hunting intuitive, matching you with listings that suit your preferences on neighborhood, budget, and amenities. Just take our Renter Quiz, and we’ll curate options you’ll love so you can find a Charleston apt in no time.

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You can contact us anytime via phone, text, or email for an AI-powered response — and we also make connecting with landlords simple. Whether you want a two-bedroom waterfront unit or a pet-friendly, one-bedroom place in downtown Charleston, we’ll help you find the perfect fit.

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Charleston Rent Report: March 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List March 2025 Rent Report for Charleston, SC. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,614, after rising 0.5% last month. Prices remain down 0.3% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Charleston rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the nation as a whole.

Charleston Renter Confidence Survey
National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how Charleston ranks on:
A-
Overall satisfaction
A
Safety and crime rate
A
Jobs and career opportunities
A+
Recreational activities
C+
Affordability
B-
Quality of schools
A+
Social Life
A+
Weather
A-
Commute time
A-
State and local taxes
C
Public transit
A-
Pet-friendliness
Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Charleston’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Charleston renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "However, ratings varied greatly across different categories, indicating that even though renters love Charleston, some aspects can be better."

Key findings in Charleston include the following:

  • Charleston renters gave their city an A- overall.
  • The highest-rated categories for Charleston were weather, social life and recreational activities, which all received A+ grades.
  • The areas of concern to Charleston renters are affordability (C+) and public transit (C).
  • Charleston earned similar scores to other cities in South Carolina, including Greenville (A+), Myrtle Beach (A+).
  • Charleston did relatively well compared to other cities nationwide, including Miami, FL (C+), New York, NY (C+) and Los Angeles, CA (C+).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

  • "Charleston is living history and the overall atmosphere is one of low-key sophistication with an abundance of hospitality." – Teresa L.
  • "I love that there’s so much to do in Charleston and it’s such a beautiful city. I don’t like how expensive rent is here or how high the sales tax is." – Zoe G.
  • "I love the ability to walk everywhere. The scenery is nice and there’s lots to do." – Jordan S.
  • "I love the weather, the nightlife and the beach. The people are friendly and there’s always something to do. The public schools aren’t great, but the teachers are working to make them better." – Sarah H.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

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Living in Charleston, SC

Welcome to Charleston! Lesson one: how to pronounce the name of your new city. First, pull a chair up onto your porch and lean back in it slowly. Kick your feet up, then sip on a sweet tea or a lemonade. Now take several slow, deep breaths until you are so relaxed you're almost asleep. Okay, now you're ready. Repeat after me, "Chaaaahlestun." Now let's find you an apartment!

Charleston is truly a Southern city

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Sources:
  • Demographic data: Census Bureau American Community Survey
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.
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