Apartments for Rent in Downtown Charleston
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Price Drop. $2143 OffSTUDIO$3,135+1 BED$3,435+2 BEDS$5,925+3 BEDS$12,950+
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Price Drop. $549 Off|STUDIO$1,610+1 BED$1,820+2 BEDS$2,915+
Atlantic on Romney
55 Romney St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
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Price Drop. $358 Off
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Price Drop. $274 OffSTUDIO$1,723+1 BED$1,767+2 BEDS$1,928+
Meeting Street Lofts
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
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Rent SpecialSTUDIO$1,028+1 BED$1,490+2 BEDS$1,778+
Archer School Apartments
220 Nassau St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
1 BED$2,300+2 BEDS$1,622+3 BEDS$3,750+
Bridgeview Village
1 Community Ln, Charleston, SC 29403 -
Good Value1 BED$2,600+2 BEDS$2,314+3 BEDS$1,825+4 BEDS$1,680+
Sky Garden Apartments
28 Woolfe St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
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Price Drop. $937 OffSTUDIO$2,100+1 BED$2,900+2 BEDS$4,500+3 BEDS$11,000+
The Jasper
310 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401 -
STUDIO$1,125+1 BED$1,325+
Hampton West
554 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,500
1328 Cottonwood St
1328 Cottonwood St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,200
87 Line St
87 Line St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$3,200
9 West St Unit 4
9 West St, Charleston, SC 29401 -
STUDIO, 1 BATH$2,250
601 Meeting St Unit 5077.1406700
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,450
601 Meeting St Unit 401.1406699
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,350
601 Meeting St Unit 218.1406694
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
STUDIO, 1 BATH$2,250
601 Meeting St Unit 4077.1406697
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,700
601 Meeting St Unit 201.1406693
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$2,500
601 Meeting St Unit 4071.1406695
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
3 BEDS, 1 BATH$3,045
34 Mary St
34 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,595
37 South St
37 South St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,325
34 Mary St
34 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,400
9 Francis St
9 Francis St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,200
175 Wentworth St
175 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,400
71 South St
71 South St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
1 BED, 1.5 BATHS$4,000
165 Queen St Unit B
165 Queen St, Charleston, SC 29401 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,400
61 Cooper St Unit B
61 Cooper St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,800
342 King St
342 King St, Charleston, SC 29401 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$2,300
342 King St Unit B
342 King St, Charleston, SC 29401 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$3,300
52 Chapel St Unit A
52 Chapel St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$3,300
52 Chapel St
52 Chapel St, Charleston, SC 29403 -
Charleston at a Glance
Downtown Neighborhood
The historic heart of Charleston is, of course, its Downtown district. This historic neighborhood blends the rich history of the city with a definite modern flair, creating a neighborhood that is awe-inspiring. When looking for apartments in Downtown Charleston, look south of Calhoun Street toward the waterway and Concord Street. Broad Street forms the southern border and leads to King Street and up to Beaufrain. Saint Philip Street and the College of Charleston are on the west end of Downtown. The French Quarter, the Design District, and the Historic Charleston City Market are part of Downtown Charleston.
The history of Downtown Charleston is everywhere – the number of preserved historic buildings in this district is amazing. Be sure to stop by the Pink House after selecting your apartment in Downtown Charleston. This is one of the oldest houses in the area, built sometime between 1694-1712. You’ll also find beautiful antebellum homes along the Battery, including the William Ravenel House (built in 1845), the Louis DeSaussure House (built in 1850), and the Robert William Roper House (built in 1838).
The historic City Market is located at the corner of Meeting and Market streets. This fantastic location spans several city blocks. It was opened after Charles Cotesworth Pinckney ceded the land to the city in 1788 – with the stipulation that the property remain a market. The first market building opened in 1804, and other buildings were added up until the 1830s. Open every day except Christmas Day, the market contains a variety of vendors, artists, craftspeople, and more. The market, which is a National Historic Landmark, is one of the most-visited sites in Charleston.
The French Quarter is a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The area was first settled in 1680 and features some remarkable historic sites, as well as a variety of restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries. In addition to the Pink House, the French Quarter contains the Old Slave Mart, built in 1859; the French Huguenot Church, built in 1844; and the gorgeous Dock Street Theatre, built in 1809 as a hotel. The site contained the original Dock Street Theatre, which opened in 1736 as one of the first sites used by the original Thirteen Colonies as a theatre. The original theatre was lost to the Great Fire of 1740.
As you look at Downtown Charleston apartments for rent, you may discover some amazing historic locations – many historic buildings have been transformed into apartment buildings and condos. Downtown Charleston is a small, busy area with a variety of great locations. If you want to live near the water, look in the French Quarter or along Concord Street, which is the location of the Battery, the South Carolina Aquarium, and Waterfront Park. To live close to City Market, look along Hayne Street, Meeting Street, Market Street, and north of Cumberland Street. For an apartment near the College of Charleston, look along King Street and Calhoun Street. To be close to a variety of art galleries the Old Slave Mart Museum, and the Dock Street Theatre, look near the intersection of Church Street and Chalmers Street.
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Charleston
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- West Ashley 764 Sq Ft $1,832/mo
- North Daniel Island 812 Sq Ft $2,013/mo
- Shadowmoss 677 Sq Ft $2,016/mo
- North Central 663 Sq Ft $2,183/mo
- Wagener Terrace 857 Sq Ft $2,262/mo
- NOMO 735 Sq Ft $2,403/mo
- East Central 695 Sq Ft $2,429/mo
- French Quarter 638 Sq Ft $2,460/mo
- Upper Peninsula 706 Sq Ft $2,481/mo
- Westside Charleston 712 Sq Ft $2,502/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Charleston $2,703/mo
- Hanahan $1,679/mo
- North Charleston $1,627/mo
- Folly Beach $3,500/mo
- Daniel Island $2,078/mo
- Mount Pleasant $2,235/mo
- Goose Creek $1,325/mo
- Johns Island $1,880/mo
- Ladson $1,579/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Downtown Charleston
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Downtown Charleston, Charleston, SC?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Charleston is $1,532.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Downtown Charleston, Charleston, SC?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Downtown Charleston is $2,160.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Downtown Charleston, Charleston, SC?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Downtown Charleston is $2,491.
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