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Status: Special offer

Element Carolina Bay

1500 Parklawn Dr, Charleston, SC 29414

Special offer! Total monthly leasing prices include base rent, all mandatory monthly fees and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.

Apartment building

1-2 beds

Pet-friendly

Surface parking lot

Available units

This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total monthly price.

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Total monthly price, sorted ascending
Unit 1114 1 bd, 1 ba	887	Now	$1,861
Unit 0825 2 bd, 2 ba	1,109	Nov 17	$2,046
Unit 1017 2 bd, 2 ba	1,097	Dec 23	$2,093
Unit 0734 1 bd, 1 ba	887	Now	$2,096
Unit 1028 2 bd, 2 ba	1,109	Now	$2,097
Unit 1338 2 bd, 2 ba	1,227	Dec 28	$2,118
Unit 0933 2 bd, 2 ba	1,217	Nov 18	$2,126
Unit 0631 2 bd, 2 ba	1,236	Now	$2,141
Unit 0221 2 bd, 2 ba	1,275	Now	$2,176
Unit 1413 2 bd, 2 ba	1,133	Now	$2,217
Unit 1412 2 bd, 2 ba	1,133	Nov 30	$2,263
Unit 0622 2 bd, 2 ba	1,109	Now	$2,328
Unit 1011 2 bd, 2 ba	1,097	Nov 10	$2,353
Unit 0931 2 bd, 2 ba	1,227	Nov 30	$2,383
Unit 0332 2 bd, 2 ba	1,236	Now	$2,419

What's special

Valet trash

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Valet trash is a rare feature. Less than 7% of buildings in Charleston have this amenity.

Welcome to Element Carolina Bay! Please schedule your personalized tour today! Welcome to Element Carolina Bay, a luxury apartment community offering expansive one, two and three bedroom apartment homes. Our homes offer many accommodating features including: sunrooms, bay windows, dark European Cabinetry with granite countertops, wood-inspired plank flooring, clean steel appliances, roman tubs and the washer and dryer in every home. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.

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Facts, features & policies

Building Amenities

Community Rooms

Club Grade Fitness And Health Center

Club House: Impressive Clubhouse

Executive Business Center With I MA Cs

Game Room: Billiards Table In Clubhouse

TV Lounge In Clubhouse

Other

Swimming Pool: Saltwater Pool

Outdoor common areas

Barbecue: Custom Grilling Stations

Pet Playground

Services & facilities

Valet Trash

Unit Features

Flooring

Vinyl Upper Floors

Other

1 BR Renovated

2 BR Renovated

ADA Unit

Classic Unit

Ground Floor

Private Entrance

Top Floor

Policies

Parking

Surface Lot: Please Call Our Leasing Office For More Details.

Lease terms

Variable

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DogsStatus: Allowed
Monthly dog rent$25
One-time dog fee$450
DogsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2
Monthly dog rent$25
One-time dog fee$450
CatsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2
Monthly cat rent$25
One-time cat fee$450

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Restrictions

Element Carolina Bay is a pet friendly community. We welcome up to 2 pets per apartment home. Breed restrictions apply. Please call our leasing office for complete pet policy.

Special Features

Bicycle Loaners

Car Wash Area: Car Care Center

Community Recycling

Concierge Service

Digital Package Acceptance System

Garages And Storage Rooms Available

Nature And Bike Trails

Pilates And Yoga Space

Spacious One, Two And Three Bedroom Floor Plans

Starbucks Coffee Bar

Neighborhood: 29414

Areas of interest

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Travel times

Getting around

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Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools in Charleston

Oakland Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • 2.6 miles

8/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

7/10

Student Progress Rating

9/10

C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative & Scient

Grades 6-8 • 0.7 miles

4/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

2/10

West Ashley High School

Grades 9-12 • 1 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

College Readiness Rating

7/10

Outdoor Activities
West Ashley Park and the area’s golf facilities offer ways to spend time outdoors.
Shopping Scene
Retail centers along Savannah Highway and Ashley River Road provide shopping and everyday services.
Highway Access
Interstate 526 connects the area with other parts of Charleston and regional routes.

West of downtown Charleston, 29414 covers Autumn Chase, Shadowmoss, Sylvan Shores, Forest Lakes and Stonecreek in a largely residential setting shaped by creeks, wooded stretches and Lowcountry marshland. The humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and mild winters. Shadowmoss Golf Club is a notable local landmark, while nearby West Ashley Park offers trails, sports facilities and outdoor space; neighborhood pools and green spaces add more options for time outside. Shopping and everyday dining cluster along Savannah Highway and Ashley River Road, with coffee shops and restaurants mixed among retail centers. The area has a quieter feel than the historic peninsula, though Charleston’s arts, dining and nightlife are reachable by car. Driving is the main way to get around, with access toward downtown and Interstate 526. ZIP code 29414 has a median rent of $2,413 per month and a typical range of $850 to $6,100.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Element Carolina Bay located, and what is the neighborhood like?

Element Carolina Bay is located at 1500 Parklawn Dr, Charleston, SC. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Your Pie, Cinnabon, and Ko Cha Korean Restaurant.

What is the average rent in Charleston, SC?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 29414 in Charleston is currently $2,413 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to Element Carolina Bay?

The schools assigned to Element Carolina Bay include Oakland Elementary School, C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative & Scient, and West Ashley High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Element Carolina Bay?

Element Carolina Bay is located near 2 grocery stores, including Walmart Grocery Pickup and Delivery (1 mile) and Walmart Supercenter (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including All Is Well, are approximately 1 mile away.

What is the minimum and maximum rent for Element Carolina Bay?

The total price for an apartment unit in Element Carolina Bay ranges from $1,861 to $2,419. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.