Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Charleston, WV
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Median rent
Median rent in Charleston
$930/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Charleston is $930 per month as of October 2026. This is 51% below the national average rent, or $970 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Charleston
43
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Charleston rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Charleston, WV
Average rent prices in Charleston have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Charleston, WV
Rent prices in Charleston vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Charleston is $887, whereas a house costs $1,462. 1-bedroom apartments in Charleston run $765 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $930.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $810 | No Change | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $750 | 5% | 18% | |
2 bedroom | $985 |  5% | 24% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 | 21% | 13% | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | 2% | 32% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Charleston | $810 | |
East End | $975 | |
Edgewood | $910 | |
Fort Hill | $1,100 | |
Kanawha City | $910 | |
Loudon Heights | $900 | |
North Charleston | $910 | |
South Hills | $1,100 | |
South Ruffner | $910 | |
West Side | $842 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $887 | No Change | 4% | |
Condos | $1,100 | No Change | 1% | |
Houses | $1,462 | 14% | 17% |
Studio
Average rent
$810
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
18%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$985
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
24%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
21%
Last year
13%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
32%
East End
Average rent
$975
West Side
Average rent
$842
Downtown Charleston
Average rent
$810
Edgewood
Average rent
$910
North Charleston
Average rent
$910
Loudon Heights
Average rent
$900
South Ruffner
Average rent
$910
Kanawha City
Average rent
$910
South Hills
Average rent
$1,100
Fort Hill
Average rent
$1,100
Apartments
Average rent
$887
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,100
Last year
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,462
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
17%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Charleston, WV, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Charleston, WV compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Charleston and Barboursville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Charleston
51%lower than the national median
53%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Charleston, WV is 5% higher than the median rent in Barboursville, WV.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$887
31%$1,150
16%$1,100
11%$1,100
36%$910
$1,000
10%$962
7%$1,425
19%$750
$910
14%$1,075
19%$950
35%Cost of living in Charleston, WV
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 10% lower |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 41% lower |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 9% lower |
Discover rentals in Charleston, WV
2d ago
1625 7th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$571–$913
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Charleston
2 beds
1 bath
$685
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
922 Greendale Dr, Charleston, WV 25302
2 beds
1 bath
$699
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 24
3d ago
House for rent in Charleston
1805 Whitney St, Charleston, WV 25302
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
15h ago
Downtown Charleston apartment for rent in Charleston
1313 Lee St E, Charleston, WV 25301
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Charleston apartment for rent in Charleston
1108 Kanawha Blvd E #205, Charleston, WV 25301
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Price dropped $225Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1202 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25301
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Downtown Charleston apartment for rent in Charleston
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
7h ago
84 Silver Maple Rdg, Charleston, WV 25306
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,315–$2,910
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Downtown Charleston apartment for rent in Charleston
1313 Lee St E, Charleston, WV 25301
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Downtown Charleston apartment for rent in Charleston
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
1625 7th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$571–$913
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
710 Kanawha Blvd W, Charleston, WV 25302
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
1612 Franklin Ave, Charleston, WV 25311
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1508 1/2 Lee St E, Charleston, WV 25311
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
303 Park Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
84 Silver Maple Rdg, Charleston, WV 25306
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,315–$2,910
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Charleston
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
1402 Lee St E, Charleston, WV 25301
1 bed
1 bath
$620
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1625 7th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387
1 bed
1 bath
$571–$765
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Charleston, WV
Quick answers to common questions about the Charleston rental market.
How much is rent in Charleston?
The average rent in Charleston is $930 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Charleston?
Average rent prices in Charleston have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 7% since last year.
How does Charleston rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Charleston is 51% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $970 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Charleston?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Charleston are Downtown Charleston ($810/mo), West Side ($842/mo), and Loudon Heights ($900/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Charleston?
To comfortably afford rent in Charleston, you'd need to earn approximately $37,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Charleston?
May offers the best rental deals in Charleston, with prices running about 17% lower than January's peak rates. December also shows less competition among renters, while August tends to be the most competitive month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).