Studio Apartments for Rent in Charleston, SC - 125 Rentals available
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$1,495 - $1,750
- Studio
- 1 Bath
Madison Capital GroupAvailable Today! Last updated 18 Jan 2021 -
$1,239 - $1,292
- Studio
- 1 Bath
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See current rent specials$1,520 - $1,675
- Studio
- 1 Bath
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$1,650 - $1,695
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- 1 Bath
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$1,325 - $2,300
- Studio
- 1 Bath
Madison Capital GroupAvailable Today! Last updated 18 Jan 2021 -
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$1,500 - $1,900
- Studio
- 1 Bath
Madison Capital GroupLast updated 18 Jan 2021 -
$1,100 - $1,415
- Studio
The Space Company Inc.Last updated 18 Jan 2021 -
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$1,295 - $3,579
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- 1 Bath
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See current rent specials$1,163 - $2,363
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- 1 Baths
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See current rent specials$1,331 - $3,950
- Studio
- 1 Bath
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Charleston’s average rent reached $1,434 in December
Charleston’s average rent reached $1,434 in December, after a 2.7% increase since last year. Renters make up 45% of Charleston’s households. The largest city in South Carolina is a great place to live and work, with apartment prices below the national average of $1,462. [View Full Report]

Charleston’s average rent reached $1,434 in December
Charleston’s average rent reached $1,434 in December, after a 2.7% increase since last year. Renters make up 45% of Charleston’s households. The largest city in South Carolina is a great place to live and work, with apartment prices below the national average of $1,462.
This December, the average rent for an apartment in Charleston has increased more than in other surrounding cities, such as North Charleston, where rates went up by 1.3%, reaching $1,092. On the other hand, apartment rents in Mount Pleasant went up by 0.6% and reached $1,486.

What it costs to rent in the Charleston metro area
Despite a 1.2% increase, Hanahan rentals are the most budget-friendly option in the Charleston area, with an average price of $1,040. At $1,201 a month, following a 1.8% increase, renting in Goose Creek is another attractive option. Average rent in Summerville reached $1,213 after a 3.8% yearly increase. In Ladson, apartments go for $1,266 in December, which is 7.6% more than last year.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of a studio apartment in Charleston, SC?
The price range of a studio apartment is between $1,100 and $1,900. Search our studio apartments in Charleston, SC.
How many studio apartments for rent are available in Charleston, SC on RENTCafé?
There are 91 studio rentals available on RENTCafé. Prices and availability in Charleston, SC were last updated on 17 Jan 2021.
What is the average size of a studio apartment in Charleston, SC?
The average Charleston, SC studio apartment size is 505 sq. ft.
What are the advantages of renting a studio apartment in Charleston, SC?
Studio apartments in Charleston, SC tend to be more affordable than other apartments and they have lower utility costs.
What are the downsides of renting a studio apartment in Charleston, SC?
One of the downsides of living in a studio apartment is the limited storage space. You might be interested in 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RENTCafé apartments for rent in Charleston, SC.
Charleston, SC Demographics
- Total Population133,762
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Female 63,718Male 70,044
- Median Age34.7
Average Rent in Charleston, SC
- Charleston, SC Average Rental Price, October 2020 $1,434 /mo
Charleston, SC Apartment Rent Ranges
- $701-$1,00017%
- $1,001-$1,50051%
- $1,501-$2,00022%
- > $2,0009%
Charleston, SC Rent Trends
Average Rent | Nov / 2017 | Mar / 2018 | Jul / 2018 | Nov / 2018 | Mar / 2019 | Jul / 2019 | Oct / 2019 | Nov / 2019 | Mar / 2020 | Jul / 2020 | Oct / 2020 |
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Charleston, SC | $1,256 | $1,276 | $1,312 | $1,315 | $1,307 | $1,364 | $1,378 | $1,375 | $1,378 | $1,387 | $1,434 |
National | $1,377 | $1,380 | $1,417 | $1,426 | $1,430 | $1,466 | $1,466 | $1,473 | $1,474 | $1,461 | $1,464 |
Charleston, SC Households
- Total Number of Households55,013
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Family 28,939Non-family 26,074
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Children 11,835No Children 43,178
- Average People Per Household2.32
- Median Household Income$64,599
- Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,328
Charleston, SC Education Statistics
- No High School1%
- Some High School22%
- Some College22%
- Associate Degree8%
- Bachelor Degree31%
- Graduate Degree17%
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Most Expensive Studios for Rent
10 WestEdge $1,603 - $7,079 -
Cheapest Studios for Rent
109 DARLINGTON AVE Unit A $1,100 - $1,415
Renting a studio apartment in Charleston, SC
The bad news is that the hip neighborhoods are typically not the places to look for truly affordable homes for rent, and Charleston, SC is no exception. That is unless you are willing to give up the (real or imagined) benefits of multiple rooms and experience the minimalist simplicity of a small apartment located smack dab in the middle of the action. Leaf through 15 listings with a total of 125 units, and you’ll be sure to find at least a couple of cheap studios that will make you wonder whether having one or two extra rooms is really worth the difference in price and commute time. Already a fan of living small? Why don’t you check out our selection of one room apartments—there’s always a better deal out there, you just have to know where to look for it (Village Square - Pinecrest Gardens is the cheapest neighborhood in town—wink wink).
They are called efficiency apartments for a reason
In case you’re still wondering, the time and effort put into finding an efficiency apartment does pay off. Literally, and pretty fast too. The Charleston, SC average rent is currently at $1,698, but a single-bedroom apartment in Charleston, SC can be yours for as low as $1,100 per month. While the cheapest bachelor units normally have a small bath and one bigger, multifunctional space (meaning that the hall and the kitchen in the main room, basically), you don’t need to have that if it’s not your thing. You can find plenty of one-room apartments in Charleston, SC with a separate kitchen. These are still well under the price of an apartment with multiple rooms, but slightly more expensive than your average studio, so it’s a good idea to aim for the higher end of the price range. The currently the most expensive studio apartment in Charleston, SC costs a monthly $3,950.