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$2,115 - 2,145
Skygarden
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28 Woolfe St Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,710 - 3,911
Talison Row at Daniel Island Apartments
3.6
480 Seven Farms Drive Charleston, SC
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,649
Charleston - North Charleston - I-526
4835 Rivers Ave Charleston, SC
Studio | Available Now
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$1,559
Charleston - Ashley Phosphate Rd.
7477 Northside Dr Charleston, SC
Studio | Available Now
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$3,387
Coming August 2024 ~ King St. Properties
363 King St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$5,995
4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Townhome In Harleston Village - Downtown Charleston
80 Legare St Charleston, SC
4 BR | Available Now
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$1,789
2103 Rondo
2103 Rondo St Charleston, SC
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,791
2 Bed / 2.5 Bath ~ Move-in Today
55 Bull St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$4,588
2 Bed / 2 Bath W/study On Wentworth St!
137 Wentworth St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,900
2 Bedroom At The Ashley House, Downtown Charleston
14 Lockwood Drive, 6E Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,300
1 Bedroom Single Family Home On The Peninsula
422 Race St Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,400
1731 Avalon Circle
1731 W Avalon Cir Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$2,395
3 Coming St
Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$2,600
3 Bedroom Townhouse In Bolton's Landing - West Ashley - Charleston
1542 Bluewater Way Charleston, SC
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,150
32 Vendue Range Unit 402
Charleston, SC
1 BR | Available Now
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$4,000
314 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC
2 BR | Apr. 1, 2025
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$2,400
The Marula Suite- 7 Kracke Street, Unit 7 1/2 B
7 Kracke St Unit 7 Charleston, SC
1 BR | Jan. 1, 2025
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$3,995
The Lookout- 1 King Street, Suite 601
1 King St Unit 601 Charleston, SC
1 BR | Jan. 30, 2025
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$5,000
Gorgeous Two Bedroom Newly Built Condominium At The Gadsden
5 Gadsdenboro St Charleston, SC
2 BR | Jan. 10, 2025
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$3,000
124 Drake Street Available 1/1/25!
124 Drake St Charleston, SC
3 BR | Jan. 1, 2025
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$1,815 - 2,518
Grande Oaks Parc
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161 Grande Oaks Dr Charleston, SC
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$5,500
The Hideaway- 21 Charlotte Street, Unit F
21 Charlotte St Unit F Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$5,500
Short & Sweet- 14 1/2 Short Street
14 1/2 Short St Charleston, SC
3 BR | May. 1, 2025
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$9,500
Honey House- 9 Colonial Street
9 Colonial St Charleston, SC
3 BR | Apr. 2, 2025
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$1,895
Available 12/2. Cute 2 Br Home In Wagener Terrace!
30- B Piedmont Ave Charleston, SC
2 BR | Dec. 2, 2024
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$2,825
22 Nunan St
Charleston, SC
2 BR | Available Now
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$4,000
32 Vendue Range Unit 302
Charleston, SC
2 BR | Jul. 16, 2025
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$3,500
They Cherry Blossom- 5 Kracke Street, Unit A
5 Kracke St Unit A Charleston, SC
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$3,800
28 Chapel St Suite 2
Charleston, SC
1 BR | Jan. 1, 2025
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$1,500
One Bedroom Apartment Downtown Near Coc / Musc
272 A Coming St Bldg A Charleston, SC
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston?

Charleston Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $2,200 $1,180 - $4,500
1BR $1,780 $1,110 - $5,060
2BR $2,100 $1,430 - $7,260
3BR $2,550 $1,520 - $7,330
4+BR $3,900 $2,420 - $13,120
Frequently Asked Questions

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

Rentable.co has over 13,561 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 $2,200 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 $2,100 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 $2,100 per month, which is higher than the national average of $1,600 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 $88,000 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

Search Cities Near Charleston, SC

Mount Pleasant, SC
North Charleston, SC
Daniel Island, SC
Mt Pleasant, SC
Folly Beach, SC
Johns Island, SC
Hanahan, SC
Goose Creek, SC
Ladson, SC
Summerville, SC

Campuses Nearby

College of Charleston
Trident Technical College

Charleston:
November Rent Report

Welcome to the November 2024 Charleston Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the November 2024 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.

Monthly Rent Report

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$1,580
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Charleston Rent Prices Increase From October to November

Charleston rent prices increased over the last month. From October to November, the city experienced a 2.71% increase for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Charleston one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $2,047.0.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from October to November, Charleston experienced a -0.25% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Charleston two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $1,961.0.

November Prices: Charleston vs. Surrounding Areas

Daniel Island, SC
Mount Pleasant, SC
Mt Pleasant, SC
Charleston, SC
Goose Creek, SC
Ladson, SC
Summerville, SC
North Charleston, SC
$2,331
$2,084
$2,000
$1,993
$1,586
$1,506
$1,444
$1,347
$0
$800
$1,600
$2,400
$3,200
Median 1 BR Rent

Rent Prices in Charleston and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have increased 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 4 of the Charleston suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 3 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rent increased in North Charleston, SC, Summerville, SC, Goose Creek, SC, Mount Pleasant, SC .

  • Rent decreased in Mt Pleasant, SC, Ladson, SC, Daniel Island, SC.

  • 2 suburbs are currently priced higher than the city of Charleston.

  • 5 suburbs are currently priced lower than the city of Charleston.

November 2024 Pricing Trends: Charleston vs. National Comparisons

New York, NY
San Francisco, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Washington, DC
Charleston, SC
Chicago, IL
Columbus, OH
Minneapolis, MN
Pittsburgh, PA
$4,211
$3,115
$2,373
$2,354
$1,993
$1,903
$1,338
$1,246
$1,202
$0
$1,400
$2,800
$4,200
$5,600
Median Rent

Charleston Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Charleston over the past year has been on the rise. 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

1 BR November 1 BR M/M % Change 2 BR November 2 BR M/M % Change
Charleston, SC $1,993.0 8.97% $1,966.0 -0.51%
North Charleston, SC $1,347.0 2.75% $1,506.0 0.13%
Summerville, SC $1,444.0 1.19% $1,575.0 0.19%
Mt Pleasant, SC $2,000.0 0.00% $2,654.0 0.11%
Goose Creek, SC $1,586.0 0.19% $1,577.0 -2.59%
Mount Pleasant, SC $2,084.0 1.02% $2,524.0 0.28%
Ladson, SC $1,506.0 -0.07% $1,721.0 0.35%
Daniel Island, SC $2,331.0 -4.97% $2,549.0 -4.39%

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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