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Popular Charleston Apartments

Regatta on James Island II

Regatta on James Island II

Charleston, South Carolina, 29412

1 BedroomFrom $899

Heron Reserve

Heron Reserve

Charleston, South Carolina, 29414

1 Bedroom$800 - $820

3 Bedrooms$1,150 - $1,170

2 Bedrooms$925 - $965

Windjammer Apartments

Windjammer Apartments

Charleston, South Carolina, 29407

2 Bedrooms$820 - $870

3 Bedrooms$900

1 Bedroom$615 - $690

The Courtyards At 411 Meeting Street

The Courtyards At 411 Meeting Street

Charleston, South Carolina, 29403

Studio/1 Bedroom$725 - $1,040

2 Bedrooms$1,080 - $1,145

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Charleston apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Charleston using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Charleston has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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Charleston Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,00015.8%11.8% +4.0%
    $10,000 to $14,9997.1%7.0% +0.1%
    $15,000 to $19,9997.0%7.0% +0.0%
    $20,000 to $24,9996.7%7.3% -0.6%
    $25,000 to $29,9996.9%7.1% -0.2%
    $30,000 to $34,9996.2%6.8% -0.6%
    $35,000 to $39,9995.2%6.4% -1.2%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.6%5.9% -0.3%
    $45,000 to $49,9993.7%5.2% -1.5%
    $50,000 to $59,9998.1%9.1% -1.0%
    $60,000 to $74,9998.5%9.7% -1.2%
    $75,000 to $99,9997.9%8.4% -0.5%
    $100,000 to $124,9994.3%3.7% +0.6%
    $125,000 to $149,9992.3%1.6% +0.7%
    $150,000 to $199,9992.1%1.3% +0.8%
    $200,000 or more2.7%1.5% +1.2%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%5.1%7.0% -1.9%
    10.0% to 14.9%7.9%12.0% -4.1%
    15.0% to 19.9%12.1%14.2% -2.1%
    20.0% to 24.9%10.8%11.9% -1.1%
    25.0% to 29.9%9.0%8.9% +0.1%
    30.0% to 34.9%8.2%6.5% +1.7%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.4%4.6% +0.8%
    40.0% to 49.9%8.2%6.3% +1.9%
    50.0% or more26.1%16.0% +10.1%
    Not computed7.2%12.6% -5.4%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years23.3%14.8% +8.5%
    25 to 34 years26.7%28.0% -1.3%
    35 to 44 years16.7%22.4% -5.7%
    45 to 54 years12.4%15.1% -2.7%
    55 to 64 years7.4%8.2% -0.8%
    65 to 74 years6.2%5.6% +0.6%
    75 to 84 years5.3%4.3% +1.0%
    85 years and over1.8%1.6% +0.2%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes53.4%39.1% +14.3%
    30 to 44 minutes23.0%25.0% -2.0%
    45 to 59 minutes7.3%12.2% -4.9%
    60 or more minutes16.3%23.6% -7.3%

Source: 2000 Census

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina is one of the most delightful communities on the east coast to rent an apartment. Although the city is the second largest in South Carolina at a population of around 120,000, the pace in Charleston is a bit more relaxed, the folks a bit friendlier and the weather hospitable to an outdoor lifestyle.

Charleston is located on the southern central coast of South Carolina, where the Ashley and Cooper Rivers empty into Charleston Harbor and meet the Atlantic Ocean. This ideal location has made Charleston an important port since 1783, and continues to function today as the east coast’s second largest container port, making the shipping industry the second largest revenue source for the city, behind tourism.

Known as The Holy City because of its many church steeples, it is also known as the "best-mannered" city in the country.Expect polite, hospitality everywhere. When you start the search for your Charleston apartment, know that the city has a very good bus system (including bike racks) but you may want to own a car for accessibility to the beautiful surrounding areas.

Old and Historical

Because it is an old colonial city, you will find many excellent museums and cultural venues like old plantations turned into visitable homes and Civil War battlefields to walk. The Gibbes Museum has over 10,000 works of art and will provide days of viewing for the art lover. The Spoleto festival each year draws thousands of visitors for 17-days of opera, and presents dance, theater, classical music, and jazz productions as well. The outdoor enthusiast will find living on the bay offers almost every type of water sport, and there's plenty to be found inland as well with numerous golf courses. Your Charleston apartment will be a great springboard for discovering all this marvelous old area has to offer.

A Real Bubba

Charleston is known to have some of the best restaurants in the South so if you are a food lover, you won't be disappointed. There are definitely tourist places like Bubba Gump's which has very good seafood but long lines, so go where the local go. Bowen's Island, near Folly Beach, or The Wreck, in Mount Pleasant. There's a local chain (three places) called the Mustard Seed and they also own the Long Pointe Grille which is a local rave about favorite. You'll find plenty of cuisines available here as well as many chain style places too.

Kickin' It Up on King Street

Once in your Charleston apartment, you'll want to find yourself a favorite bar, and there are many to choose from. King Street is where all the college kids go but there are some local favorites tucked in amongst them. Search out The Blind Tiger or Burn's Alley Neighborhood Bar. Wet Willie's is great for cruise ship style drinks, and if you like it more laid back and more mellow, the South End Brewery might work for you. There are plenty of neighborhood bars and there's likely to be one close by.

Charleston's Natural Beauty

Charleston has become a major tourist destination due to its beautiful location and quaint colonial cityscape. To stroll down the colonial streets, shaded by neat rows of Southern Live Oaks, talking to pedestrians, dropping into markets and patronizing the many restaurants and taverns is to get a true feel for daily life in Charleston.

When deciding where to find Charleston apartments for rent, first consider that the city is broken down into six, distinct geographical areas: the Peninsula/Downtown, West Ashley, Johns Island, James Island, Daniel Island, and the Cainhoy Peninsula. Another popular area located outside of Charleston is Mt Pleasant, located 11 miles northeast of downtown Charleston.

Wherever you decide to rent an apartment, you will likely be greeted by pleasant neighbors and a wonderful climate. Crime rates have dropped in the past years and are very low considering the size of the city. The average temperature in the summer is just around 80 degrees and in the winter it only gets down to about 40 degrees.

Parks and Recreation

On the weekends, you can relax in some of the parks and open spaces that are located in and around the Charleston area. Charlestowne Landing and The Battery are both great places to spend a Saturday afternoon.

Famous for its row of colorfully painted homes, Rainbow Row is a popular spot for an afternoon constitutional. In nearby downtown, at the beginning of Market Street is the recognizable front façade of The Market, which offers a quaint bustling of commerce with both indoor and outdoor shops.

Just twenty minutes from Charleston is famous Folly Beach, referred to by the locals as the “Edge of America for its picturesque detachment from mainland South Carolina.

 

Average Apartment Rent in Charleston, South Carolina

# Bedrooms Jun May Apr 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A N/A
1 Bed $764 $761 $756 1.1%
2 Bed $888 $850 $832 6.7%
3 Bed $1,075 $1,013 $977 10%

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Charleston Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in Charleston have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In April the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Charleston apartment cost $756. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Charleston apartment was $832 in April. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in April was $977. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Charleston rentals listed below.

Featured Charleston Apartments for Rent

  • Spanish Oaks Charleston, SC 29407

    Spanish Oaks Apartments has been planned and designed with a philosophy of quality and service for residents. We provide residents the best possible amenities and facilities both inside your apartment home, and outside with our great community, so come join us and surround yourself with the warm and friendly atmosphere of your new home!

  • Ashley Grove Charleston, SC 29407

    Extreme Makeover In Progress!We are tastefully redesigning Ashley Grove Apartment Homes to provide our residents with the best lifestyle and amenities in the West Ashley subset of Charleston. Our apartment homes are newly enhanced with modern upgrades and amenities, including: new custom countertops in the kitchen, new white cabinetry with brushed nickel knobs in the kitchens and baths, new black appliances, new faux-wood flooring in the kitchen, new decorative brushed nickel lighting and fixtures.On top of our spacious, newly renovated clubhouse where we host community socials for our residents, Ashley Grove also offers a brand new fitness center with new cardio and strength training equipment, a sparkling swimming pool, two 24-hour laundry centers, a sports court, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and washer and dryer connections in most apartment homes.Please feel free to contact our leasing office for detailed driving directions. We know how to direct you home!Check us out on MySpace! (You don't have to be a member to look). Check us out on CHARLESTON APARTMENTS!

  • Planters Trace Charleston, SC 29414

    Nestled beside the marshes of the beautiful Ashley River, richly abundant with native birds, lies peaceful tranquility of Planters Trace. Friendly community centrally located near everywhere you need to be in the Charleston area. Experience the beauty of large oak trees and beautiful landscape.

  • Woodbridge Apartments Charleston, SC 29407

    Located in the heart of West Ashley, Woodbridge is only 15 minutes from downtown Charleston. Nestled along historic Highway 61, we offer contemporary design coupled with detailed interiors in each home The Best of everything and more is awaiting you at Woodbridge Apartment Homes.

  • St. James Crossing North Charleston, SC 29418

    St. James Crossing... casual and comfortable. Our apartment community offers you the finest in community living. We are close to the Charleston Airport, the Air Force base, and all major shopping and thoroughfares. Convenience is our name. Visit us Today!

  • Peppertree Apartments North Charleston, SC 29418

    A large variety of unique one and two bedroom townhomes and two bedroom garden-style designs in a true village style atmosphere! Your new apartment home may include washer and dryer connections, plush carpet and many extras too. Experience the difference in apartment home living today! Visit Peppertree Townhomes today!

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