Charleston, WV rental market
Last updated August 27, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Charleston, WV is $950.
$950
-$35
+$36
73
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $620 to $3,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $600 | 8 |
| $700 | 17 |
| $800 | 17 |
| $900 | 13 |
| $1,000 | 9 |
| $1,100 | 6 |
| $1,200 | 4 |
| $1,300 | 5 |
| $1,400 | 5 |
| $1,500 | 4 |
| $1,600 | 5 |
| $1,700 | 3 |
| $1,800 | 2 |
| $2,100 | 2 |
| $2,400 | 1 |
| $2,800 | 1 |
| $2,900 | 1 |
| $3,000 | 1 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $3,500+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $36 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $950 | $875 |
| Feb | $925 | $938 |
| Mar | $1,000 | $887 |
| Apr | $950 | $875 |
| May | $910 | $978 |
| Jun | $930 | $903 |
| Jul | $925 | $950 |
| Aug | $875 | $1,000 |
| Sep | $920 | No data |
| Oct | $825 | No data |
| Nov | $950 | No data |
| Dec | $900 | No data |
Market temperature
The Charleston, WV rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Charleston, WV is 55% lower than the national average.
$950
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Charleston, WV?
The average rent in Charleston, WV is $950.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Charleston, WV?
Houses in Charleston, WV rent between $620 - $3,500 with an average rent of $950.
3. How has the rent in Charleston, WV changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Charleston, WV increased by $36
4. How much has the rent in Charleston, WV increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Charleston, WV decreased by $35
5. How many available rentals are there in Charleston, WV?
There are currently 73 rentals available in Charleston, WV.
6. How do rent prices in Charleston, WV compare with the national average?
The average rent in Charleston, WV is $950 — 54.76% lower the national average of $2,100.