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259 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA|Ansonborough
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Property Overview
Strong value for money and an extensive photo set make it easy to understand the offering and compare it to others in the area. The location supports an active social lifestyle, with plentiful nearby restaurants, mixed-use spaces, and entertainment venues. Public on-site amenities such as fitness facilities or pools further enhance everyday convenience and recreation options.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elevator
- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 259 E Bay St, Ansonborough
Features
| Balcony | Carpet |
| Ceiling Fan | Hardwood Floor |
| Heat Pump | Off Street |
| Tile | Walk-in Closet |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Community
| Controlled Access | Elevator |
| Laundry Shared | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Swimming Pool |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 259 E Bay St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 27% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Ansonborough.
In the heart of historic Charleston and just steps from the City Market, this top-floor condo offers an unbeatable urban lifestyle. Close to Charleston's vibrant culinary scene, boutique shopping, Waterfront Park, Rainbow Row, and The Battery. The condo features a modern eat-in kitchen, which was recently renovated, and opens to living room with a nice balcony offering stunning views of historic downtown. The large bedroom has carpeting, a walk-in closet, linen closet and a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Enjoy the convenience of reserved parking space, guest parking on the property, a community swimming pool, elevator, secured entry, and on-site laundry facilities. This unfurnished condo is available July 1st for a one-year lease term. Application fee is $75 per occupant 18 years or older. No Pets.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 259 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ansonborough |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 29401 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Ansonborough
1-bedroom apartments at 259 E Bay St cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Charleston.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Ansonborough
Charleston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,055 |
| July 2024 | $2,027 |
| August 2024 | $1,974 |
| September 2024 | $1,970 |
| October 2024 | $1,981 |
| November 2024 | $1,911 |
| December 2024 | $1,927 |
| January 2025 | $1,980 |
| February 2025 | $1,955 |
| March 2025 | $1,954 |
| April 2025 | $1,979 |
| May 2025 | $1,960 |
| June 2025 | $1,920 |
| July 2025 | $2,005 |
| August 2025 | $2,063 |
| September 2025 | $1,974 |
| October 2025 | $1,901 |
| November 2025 | $1,920 |
| December 2025 | $1,957 |
| January 2026 | $1,942 |
| February 2026 | $1,955 |
| March 2026 | $1,862 |
| April 2026 | $1,831 |
| May 2026 | $1,911 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $3,133 |
| July 2024 | $3,033 |
| September 2024 | $2,550 |
| October 2024 | $2,500 |
| November 2024 | $2,650 |
| December 2024 | $3,000 |
| May 2025 | $3,200 |
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Can I afford to live at 259 E Bay St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$94,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 259 E Bay St
Memminger Elementary School
20 beaufain st
charleston, SC, 29401
PK, K-5Public
B-
Philip Simmons Elementary School
2095 seven sticks dr
wando, SC, 29492
PK, K-4Public
B+
Carolina Park Elementary
3650 park avenue blvd
mt. pleasant, SC, 29466
PK, K-5Public
A
Bowen's Corner Elementary
1173 williams ln
hanahan, SC, 29461
PK, K-5Public
B+
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School
301 chandler creek rd
summerville, SC, 29485
PK, K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Charleston near 259 E Bay St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 259 E Bay St, Charleston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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