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The Port House

$2,036 – $5,021/mo

  • Studio–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 725–1,701 sq ft
  • 16 units available
601 Robert Daniel Dr, Charleston, SC, 29492

As of October 12, 2026, The Port House in Charleston, SC has 16 apartments for rent from $2,036 to $5,021/mo. Studios start at $2,036, one-bedrooms at $2,269, two-bedrooms at $2,572, and three-bedrooms at $5,021. The average asking rent has fallen 3.7% since June 24, 2026, from $2,911 to $2,802.

Floor plans

7 floor plans · 16 available units · Prices checked October 12, 2026

The Dock

Studio • 1 Bath • 725 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,036/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
06305$2,036725Oct 12
05307$2,054725Oct 12

The Voyage

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 770 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,269/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
04207$2,269770Oct 12
06312$2,321770Oct 25
06101$2,402770Nov 11
06201$2,311770Nov 30

The Captain

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,123 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,572/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
06110$2,5721,123Oct 12
06203$2,7311,123Oct 27
01304$3,0541,123Nov 25
05104$2,7291,123Dec 31

The Mooring

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,291 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,661/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
03102$2,8141,291Dec 12
03101$2,6611,291Jul 7

The Transatlantic

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,330 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,881/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
04105$3,0461,330Oct 18
02204$2,8811,330Oct 23

The Harbor

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,633 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,935/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
08102$3,9351,633Dec 12

The Seaport

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,701 Sq Ft

Starting at $5,021/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
08101$5,0211,701Oct 12

See all 53 units listed at The Port House, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Port House has ranged from $2,458 to $2,911. The current average is $2,802, down $109 (3.7%) from $2,911 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (111 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$2,746$2,036 – $5,39316
Sep 2026$2,732$1,887 – $5,25917
Aug 2026$2,550$1,935 – $5,33623
Jul 2026$2,599$1,908 – $5,29025
Jun 2026$2,868$1,753 – $4,58722

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $2,036 – $5,021/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 7

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Charleston area.

Lowest-priced apartment: The Dock at $2,036

$2,286/mo

$250/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $2,036

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $129

  • Internet

    est.

    $73

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $16

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $2,286

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
Studio$2,036$2,286$73,296/yr
1 bedroom$2,269$2,532$81,684/yr
2 bedrooms$2,572$2,902$92,592/yr
3 bedrooms$5,021$5,439$180,756/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $73,296 a year for the $2,036 studio. The median renter household in Charleston earns $61,054 a year.

Compared with the Charleston area

The median two-bedroom at The Port House asks $2,814 a month, 78% above the Charleston area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,583. Typical asking rents across the area are up 2.4% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereCharleston-area asking rentCharleston rent paid
Studio$2,045—$1,528
1 bedroom$2,316$1,491$1,574
2 bedrooms$2,814$1,583$1,746
3 bedrooms$5,021—$2,213
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Charleston, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Location

601 Robert Daniel Dr, Charleston, SC, 29492


Resident reviews

4.9
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.8
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.7
Maintenance5.0
Location5.0
Building Quality1.5

The Port House delivers a consistently positive resident experience, with 93% of reviews rating it 5 stars. Residents consistently praise the attentive, friendly staff across leasing, management, and maintenance teams, along with well-maintained grounds, resort-style amenities, and strong community engagement through regular events. A small number of concerns include noise from nearby interstate traffic, building construction quality, and occasional office accessibility issues, though these are outweighed by the property's overall service orientation and welcoming atmosphere.

Management and office staff are consistently praised for being responsive, friendly, and genuinely invested in resident satisfaction. Maintenance requests are handled promptly and professionally, typically resolved within 24-48 hours. The leasing and front office teams are noted for their welcoming approach during move-in and ongoing communication. Two isolated negative experiences were reported regarding staff conduct and professionalism, though the overwhelming majority of reviews highlight exceptional service quality.

The Port House offers resort-style amenities including a well-maintained pool, full gym, clubhouse with workspaces, and complimentary cold brew coffee that residents actively use and appreciate. Staff and maintenance are consistently responsive and professional, with strong community engagement through events and dog-friendly facilities. One resident reported significant noise issues from proximity to the interstate and concerns about common-area cleanliness, though this contrasts sharply with the overwhelming positive feedback on property upkeep and amenity quality.

Maintenance at The Port House consistently delivers rapid response times, typically within 30 minutes, with professional and courteous service. Residents report that maintenance issues—including appliance repairs, wall repairs, and general work orders—are resolved quickly and thoroughly. The maintenance team is noted for going above and beyond, including follow-up communication and ensuring work is completed to satisfaction before departure.

Residents consistently praise the property's location as convenient and walkable, with nearby amenities and a peaceful neighborhood feel. The area offers a good balance between accessibility and tranquility, though some note the distance from certain shopping districts. One resident mentioned a nearby grocery store closure, which affected local shopping convenience.

This property experiences significant noise transmission from external sources and between units, with residents reporting the need for earplugs and floor vibration during normal foot traffic. Common areas including stairwells and the package room require more frequent cleaning and maintenance attention. Building construction appears to allow sound and vibration to travel readily between floors and units.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

Set amid the historic charm and natural splendor of the Lowcountry, The Port House in Charleston, SC, offers a stunning collection of studio, one, two, and three bedroom apartments.

  • Building

    Apartment
  • Total units

    251

Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Daniel Island Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.9 mi

Bishop England High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.1 mi

Daniel Island School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.4 mi

Children's Nook Iii Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.3 mi

Philip Simmons Elementary

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary4.0 mi

Philip Simmons Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle4.0 mi

Philip Simmons High

Public · High
PublicHigh4.8 mi

Contact & management