
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (8 Rentals)
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Aspire at James Island

James Towne Village

1519 Harbor View Rd
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The Standard
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James Island, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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James Island Studio Apartments | $1,752 | $1,600 | $1,802 |
James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,630 | $10,000+ |
James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,434 | $1,626 | $10,000+ |
James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $2,035 | $3,143 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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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 2 Beds unit found at James Towne Village priced from $1,626. The Standard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,865. 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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James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,626 |
The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,877 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.85 price per square foot Wando Model at MAA James Island in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,108. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 1417 Rainbow Rd Model at 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $2.20 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. |
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MAA James Island | Wando | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 | 1417 Rainbow Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Avalon at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
Getting Around the James Island Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
12 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,630 at James Towne Village.
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 $1,626 at James Towne Village.
What is the most affordable James Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at James Towne Village and starts from $2,395.
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