How much is the average rent in Charleston, SC for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Charleston's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,000 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,700 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across the city's diverse rental inventory.

Are rents going up or down in Charleston, SC?

In 2024, Charleston's rental market experienced a slight overall increase of 0.08% in average monthly rents. However, rents for 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments have decreased by 0.06%, 4.81%, and 5.01%, respectively.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Charleston, SC?

Charleston apartment hunters should target January and December for the best deals, with January offering the lowest rent prices of the year. December stands out as the least competitive month with reduced demand, while avoiding June and March when competition peaks can help secure better options.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Charleston, SC?

Charleston's top neighborhoods cater to different lifestyles, with Mazyck-Wraggborough, Upper Concord Street, Radcliffeborough, and Ansonborough offering vibrant social scenes with high walk scores and excellent restaurants. East Central commands premium rents around $5,000 for one-bedrooms but attracts nearly twice the market interest due to its central location.

What areas of Charleston, SC are best for budget-conscious renters?

Daniel Island offers Charleston's most affordable option with median rents around $2,110, providing significant savings compared to the city average. East Side presents a middle-ground choice at around $2,970, while Mazyck-Wraggborough rounds out the budget-friendly options at around $3,180 monthly.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Charleston, SC?

Charleston welcomes pets with 54% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies, making it easy to find suitable housing for furry companions. Neighborhoods like Charlestowne, Byrness Downs, Lynwood-Willow Walk-Oakcrest, and Cannonborough-Elliottborough specifically cater to pet owners with dog parks and outdoor spaces.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Charleston, SC?

Charleston rentals rarely include utilities, with only 3% of total listings incorporating utility costs into the monthly rent. This pattern holds consistent across apartment sizes, from studios to three-bedroom units, so renters should budget separately for electricity, water, and other utility expenses.

Are most apartments in Charleston, SC largely older buildings or new developments?

Charleston's rental market is dominated by ranch-style homes, which comprise 74% of available properties and reflect the mid-century American residential design that shaped neighborhoods during the 1950s and 1960s housing boom. These single-story homes feature the open floor plans and indoor-outdoor connectivity that defined post-World War II suburban development.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in Charleston, SC

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37m ago

8.8

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Grande Oaks Parc

161 Grande Oaks Dr, Charleston, SC 29492

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,650–$2,963

Apartment for rent

Available May 27

Top amenities

Business Center

Dishwasher

Elevator

Fitness Center

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Rent special

3h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Eller Mount Pleasant

1054 Anna Knapp Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,823–$2,345

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Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

4h ago

9.6

Excellent

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The Magnolia by Trion Living

1735 Ashley Hall Rd, Charleston, SC 29407

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,248–$2,175

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Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

Roof Deck

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Rent special

3D tour

4h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

The Villas at Summer Creek

5055 Harbour Lake Drive, Goose Creek, SC 29445

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,350–$1,500

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 6

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

6h ago

8.5

Very good

Bees Ferry

2020 Proximity Dr, Charleston, SC 29414

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,625–$2,496

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Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Roof Deck

Rent special

7h ago

8.8

Very good

Overlook at Cane Bay

900 Owl Wood Ln, Summerville, SC 29486

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,344–$2,692

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available May 12

Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Residents Lounge

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$1,823–$2,345

Mount Pleasant

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,650–$2,963

161 Grande Oaks Dr

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9h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Lively Indigo Run

9255 Blue House Rd, Ladson, SC 29456

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,200–$3,045

Price drop

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In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

10h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Emmett on Montague

3229 W Montague Ave, North Charleston, SC 29418

Rent special | Balcony | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,690–$2,576

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Controlled Access

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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11h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Aventon Pearl

1153 Bees Ferry Rd, Johns Island, SC 29455

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,971–$4,449

Price drop

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Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

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Highly rated

Rent special

13h ago

8.5

Very good

Legends at Azalea

3500 Pinckney Marsh Ln, Summerville, SC 29483

Rent special | Swimming pool | Fitness center

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,375–$2,065

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 17

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

Package Service

Residents Lounge

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16h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Ansley Commons

3300 Shipley St, Ladson, SC 29456

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,372–$1,986

Price drop

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Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

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Rent special

18h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Ellevate North Charleston

2225 Greenridge Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$955–$1,554

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Fireplace

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

20h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Ellevate St. Ives

7930 Saint Ives Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,223–$1,569

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Icon @ Park Circle

1920 McMillan Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1 bath

$1,050–$1,325

Apartment for rent

Available May 25

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Central Heat

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

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Rent special

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Summer Wind

1001 Linger Longer Dr, Summerville, SC 29483

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,379–$1,932

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

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Rent special

2d ago

8.8

Very good

Ivey Creek Apartments

7131 Stall Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406

Rent special | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor

1–2 beds

1 bath

$990–$1,215

Apartment for rent

Available May 27

Top amenities

On-Site Management

Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

The Jaunt

1840 Carriage Ln, Charleston, SC 29407

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,210–$3,883

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Roof Deck

Wheelchair Accessible

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Highly rated

Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

The Beckett

1100 Hampton Rivers Rd, Charleston, SC 29414

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,961–$2,687

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Storage

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Rent special

3d ago

8.5

Very good

Mulberry Place Apartments

1661 Mulberry St, Charleston, SC 29407

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$1,659–$1,789

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available May 27

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Rent special

4d ago

Excellent

Verified

Oakbrook Village

111 Springview Ln, Summerville, SC 29485

Rent special | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,225–$1,975

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

5d+ ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

ABODE at Summers Corner

108 Acuna St, Summerville, SC 29485

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

3 beds

2 baths

$1,999–$2,815

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available May 27

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

The Retreat at Carlile Townes

226 Saint Catherines Ct, Summerville, SC 29483

Rent special | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

2–3 beds

2 baths

$2,200–$2,375

Apartment for rent

Available May 27

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Fitness Center

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

5d+ ago

9.2

Excellent

Verified

202 Promenade Vista St

202 Promenade Vista St, Charleston, SC 29412

Rent special | Furnished

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,375–$3,189

Apartment for rent

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.2

Excellent

Verified

115 Great Lawn Drive

115 Great Lawn Dr, Summerville, SC 29486

Rent special | Furnished

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,895–$2,785

Apartment for rent

Rent special

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

Enclave at West Ashley

1801 Haddon Hall Dr, Charleston, SC 29414

Rent special | Air conditioning | Swimming pool

2 beds

2 baths

$1,699

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

High Ceilings

Package Service

Swimming Pool

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