Charleston, WV Rent History

100 months of data, 20182026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,370
1-year change
+18.6%
$215/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Charleston

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$920/mo0.0%
2019$925/mo+0.5%+0.5%
2020$970/mo+4.9%+5.4%
2021$979/mo+0.9%+6.4%
2022$1,040/mo+6.2%+13.0%
2023$1,116/mo+7.3%+21.3%
2024$1,168/mo+4.7%+27.0%
2025$1,125/mo-3.7%+22.3%
2026$1,305/mo+16.0%+41.8%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Charleston changed since 2018?

Median rent in Charleston, WV was $917 in 2018-02 and is $1,370 as of 2026-06 — a change of $453 per month over 8 years.

Is rent in Charleston going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Charleston, WV has increased +18.6% ($215/mo). Current median: $1,370.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.