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Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $444 (22 Rentals)
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Avalon at James Island
202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Spyglass Seaside
1674 Folly RdCharleston, SC 29412
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MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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The Islands Apartments and Townhomes
1150 Aruba CirCharleston, SC 29412
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South Creek James Island
333-343 Fleming RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Peninsula
700 Daniel Ellis DrCharleston, SC 29412
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Regatta on James Island
1755 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Fort Sumter House
1 King StCharleston, SC 29401
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64 Lenwood Blvd
64 Lenwood BlvdCharleston, SC 29401
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Charthouse at James Island
1559 Folly RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Sawgrass Apartments
35 Crosscreek DrCharleston, SC 29412
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St. James Place
800 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
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Harbor Apartments
801 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
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311 Fleming
311 Fleming RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Back Bay
204 Michigan AveFolly Beach, SC 29439
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1984 Folly Rd
1984 Folly RdJames Island, SC 29412
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318 E Ashley Ave
318 E Ashley AveFolly Beach, SC 29439
James Island - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charleston
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34 Cross Creek Dr
34 Cross Creek DrJames Island, SC 29412
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Island Studio Apartments | $1,995 | $1,625 | $2,116 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,797 | $1,820 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $2,070 | $3,262 |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,655 | $3,695 | $5,616 |
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Cheapest Available James Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the James Island area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes priced from $1,767. James Towne Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,798. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $1,885 |
| Avalon at James Island | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,087 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2,594 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $2.54 price per square foot Seabrook Model at Spyglass Seaside in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,594. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the Edisto Model at MAA James Island starting at $1,883 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the James Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for James Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Avalon at James Island | S4 | Studio ,1BA | $3.37 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap James Island Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,772 at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom James Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in James Island is starting from $2,158 at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the most affordable James Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $2,844.
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