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Apartments for Rent in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC
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  • 1005 Buist Ave., North Charelston, SC 29405
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    4003 S. Rhett Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
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    King Street Apartments, Charleston, SC 27519
    1 BED $1,000
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  • 102 Surlington Drive, Ladson, SC 29456
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    100 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401
    1 BED $2,000
    2 BEDS $2,000+
    3 BEDS $300+
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    Folly Beach Condos, Folly Beach, SC 29401
    2 BEDS $2,000
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Average rent in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC

$1,578/mo North Charleston, Charleston County, SC average rental price, November 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC is $1,578.

North Charleston, Charleston County, SC apartment rent ranges

About 43% of apartment rents in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 10% of apartments. Around 45% of North Charleston’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

North Charleston, Charleston County, SC rent trends

Getting around in North Charleston, SC

16 /100
Car-Dependent
24 /100
Minimal Transit
29 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 16, Transit Score®: 24, Bike Score®: 29

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC were last updated on 3 Sep 2024.

What are the best apartments in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC?

The best apartments in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC are: The Edge on Noisette Creek Apartments and Creekside Commons Apartments.

What is the average rent in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC?

The average rent in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC is $1,135. Start your search for apartments in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC now.

What type of rental buildings are in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC?

In North Charleston 51% of the housing is rented out compared to 49% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 7% of North Charleston’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 63% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC?

The average age of rental buildings in North Charleston is 27 years old, with 52% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in North Charleston, Charleston County, SC?

Studio apartments in North Charleston are around 0.7% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 32% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 52% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in North Charleston, SC

North Charleston is an area north of Charleston, SC, on the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a beautiful place that attracts young families for its above-average public school system, as well as professionals who work in the downtown area and anyone who loves the outdoors. The park system — including Riverfront Park, which has a large performance pavilion and waterfront views — is also very popular. For renters, having access to water recreation on the many river inlets around the area is a major part of renting an apartment in North Charleston. The overall vibe of the town is charming with access to suburban amenities around every corner.

Renting in North Charleston, SC

A little more than half of the population of North Charleston rents their homes. Therefore, there are many modern rental properties around town with competitive amenities. Most of the rental complexes are two- to four-story buildings around a central courtyard with a year-round pool. Renters can usually look forward to using fitness centers, clubhouses, grilling stations and walking paths for pets in each rental community. Meanwhile, the amenities inside each rental apartment include in-unit washers and dryers; dishwashers; and even more upscale amenities in some rental apartments, like granite countertops, patios and stainless-steel appliances. However, being so close to the beaches, like Folly Beach, is one of the best parts of living in a rental in the area.

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Shopping in North Charleston, SC

There’s plenty of shopping near rental apartments in North Charleston. The main indoor mall is Northwood Mall, which has more than 100 stores; seven anchor stores, like JCPenney and Belk; and a food court. It’s the second-largest mall in what’s considered the tri-county area of the state. There’s also an outlet mall called Tanger Outlets Charleston, which is popular for discount designer goods and clothing. Two other shopping plazas that renters frequent include North Charleston Center and the Promenade at Northwoods. Both have banks, salons and different grocery stores. Other grocery stores around the area near rental apartments include Publix, Piggly Wiggly, and S & L Supermarket.

Transportation in North Charleston, SC

The public transportation that renters use to commute into downtown Charleston is run by the Charleston Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA). These buses travel all throughout town and offer renters connections into downtown Charleston. Plus, because biking is so popular for people who rent in the area, each bus is also equipped with a bike rack. Meanwhile, for some of the more rural parts of town, there’s a different bus system called the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Rural Transportation Management Association (BCD-RTMA), which serves the tri-county area. Finally, for air travel, it doesn’t get any easier for renters to fly out of the Charleston International Airport, which is right in town.

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