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Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC under $1200. 37 Rentals Available
  • a living room with couches and a table
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    1750 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • an old with a balcony and a fence
    1 day ago

    46 1/2 VANDERHORST STREET, CHARLESTON, SC 29403
    1 BED $1,200
  • the front of a house with a cracked driveway and a white door
    1 day ago

    475 HUGER STREET, CHARLESTON, SC 29403
    2 BEDS $1,000+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove top oven.
    1 day ago

    98 SANS SOUCI STREET, CHARLESTON, SC 29403
    2 BEDS $1,200
  • a red brick building with a street in front of it
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    1054 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
    1 BED $1,159
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  • A yellow house with a brown roof and a tree in front.
    1 day ago

    1004 Magnolia Road, Charleston, SC 29407
    STUDIO $950
  • a yellow house with a brown roof
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    1 day ago

    936 MAGNOLIA ROAD, CHARLESTON, SC 29407
    1 BED $1,000
  • A house with a flag on the front porch.
    1 day ago

    938 MAGNOLIA ROAD, CHARLESTON, SC 29407
    3 BEDS $950
  • A red brick house with a white door and windows.
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    1 day ago

    17 MARLOW DR, CHARLESTON, SC 29403
    1 BED $900+

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  • A pink building with a grey door and window.
    1 day ago

    2023 REYNOLDS AVE, N CHARLESTON, SC 29406
    STUDIO $700+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black dishwasher.
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    1 day ago

    1919 ENGLISH STREET, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29405
    1 BED $500
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances and a sink
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    1815 Clement Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
    STUDIO $1,095+
    1 BED $1,150
  • a workspace with a desk and a chair in a living room
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    2070 Mcmillan Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
    STUDIO $999+
  • A long hallway with a row of wooden columns on the side.
    1 day ago

    3110 North Carolina Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
    1 BED $800
  • A house with a blue trash bin in front of it.
    1 day ago

    2676 LOUISE DRIVE, CHARLESTON, SC 29405
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A sign that says West Yarde stands in front of a building.
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    2375 Noisette Blvd, North Charlston, SC 29405
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • A white house with the number 5133 on it.
    1 day ago

    5133 NAPOLEON ROAD, North Charleston, SC 29418
    2 BEDS $650
  • The image features the letters SPG in black on a white background.
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    1301 Sumner Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
    1 BED $950
  • A living room with a dining table and chairs.
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    4775 Apartment Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29418
    1 BED $1,195+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a stove
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    6600 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,025
    2 BEDS $1,150
  • A living room with a white couch, a dining table with chairs, a rug, and a ceiling fan.
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    6000 Mabeline Rd, Hanahan, SC 29410
    1 BED $1,199+
  • a living room with a table and chairs and windows
    39
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    7910 Crossroads Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $995+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    109
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    7927 St. Ives Road, Charleston, SC 29406
    1 BED $1,193+
  • a playground in a park in front of some apartments
    3 days ago

    8180 Windsor Hill Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29420
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,063
  • a living room with leather furniture and a ceiling fan
    6
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    8465 Patriot Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29420
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,175
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Getting around in Charleston, SC

2 /100
Car-Dependent
28 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 2, Bike Score®: 28

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Charleston, SC last updated?

Prices and availability in Charleston, SC were last updated on 26 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Charleston, SC?

The best apartments in Charleston, SC are: The Standard, Wharf 7, 511 Meeting, The Merchant and Hawthorne Westside.

What type of rental buildings are in Charleston, SC?

In Charleston, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Charleston’s rentals, 70% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 12% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Charleston, SC under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Charleston, SC, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Charleston, SC. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Charleston, SC for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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