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Highlights

  • Washer and dryer
  • White shaker cabinets
  • Stainless appliances
  • Quiet street
  • New kitchen
  • Refinished hardwood floors

Location

518 Jacob St, Charleston, WV 25301, USA|Downtown Charleston
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Management

WV Property Managers LLC

Leasing office

(304) 220-0277

Property Overview

518 Jacob is a high-rated rental option (8.5/10 overall) with exceptional value for price, strong amenities, and a convenient location close to transit, parks, and a wide range of restaurants and entertainment. Features like a new kitchen with white shaker cabinets and stainless appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, and refinished hardwood floors on a quiet street support both comfortable living and remote work. Its walkability, nearby coworking-friendly spots, and on-site sustainability options add to its appeal for a variety of lifestyles.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 518 Jacob is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 518 Jacob has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$900 /mo1 unit availableAvailable in May! Newly updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit on quiet street on the East End. 4 unit apartment building has security coded entrances. Beautiful apartment features shiny, refinished hardwood floors, new kitchen with stainless appliances and white shaker cabinets and bathroom with subway tiled shower walls with Bluetooth bathroom light. This unit is on the first floor and includes a washer and dryer. Must pass background/credit check. $900 deposit due at lease signing. A small pet will be considered with additional fees.

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Amenities for 518 Jacob

Apartment Amenities

Trash

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 518 Jacob

HomeApartments in CharlestonDowntown Charleston 518 Jacob

Available in May! Newly updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit on quiet street on the East End. 4 unit apartment building has security coded entrances. Beautiful apartment features shiny, refinished hardwood floors, new kitchen with stainless appliances and white shaker cabinets and bathroom with subway tiled shower walls with Bluetooth bathroom light. This unit is on the first floor and includes a washer and dryer. Must pass background/credit check. $900 deposit due at lease signing. A small pet will be considered with additional fees.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 518 Jacob is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 518 Jacob has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 518 Jacob
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
518 Jacob offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
518 Jacob goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 518 Jacob receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
518 Jacob is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 518 Jacob does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
518 Jacob provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

518 Jacob is great for:

Work-from-home

  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 101 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 21 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Area has 26 parks and recreation options

Eco living

  • 26 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 518 Jacob compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Charleston

2-bedroom apartments at 518 Jacob cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Charleston.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Downtown Charleston
Charleston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Charleston
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$739
June 2024$766
July 2024$800
August 2024$786
September 2024$790
October 2024$805
November 2024$802
December 2024$808
January 2025$768
February 2025$731
March 2025$746
April 2025$733
May 2025$728
June 2025$725
July 2025$725
August 2025$797
September 2025$806
October 2025$822
November 2025$874
December 2025$780
January 2026$801
February 2026$810
March 2026$787
April 2026$766
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Charleston
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,113
June 2024$1,152
July 2024$1,142
August 2024$1,106
September 2024$1,100
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,022
December 2024$832
January 2025$1,018

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Can I afford to live at 518 Jacob St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near 518 Jacob

Piedmont Year-Round Education

203 bradford st

charleston, WV, 25301

PK, K-5Public
C

Chandler Academy

1900 school st

charleston, WV, 25312

PK, K-12Public

William J. Raglin Center

142 marshall ave

dunbar, WV, 25064

PKPublic
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Getting around Charleston near 518 Jacob St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 518 Jacob St, Charleston

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 518 Jacob St

Capitol Market
800 Smith St
Johnnies Fresh Meats
800 Smith St
WV Market Place
800 Smith St
Piggly Wiggly
10 Spring St
OSI LLC
412 Tennessee Ave

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