1530 Fort Johnson Rd
CharlestonSC29412
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (20 Rentals)
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1530 Fort Johnson Rd
CharlestonSC29412
1755 Central Park Rd, Unit 7111
1755 Central Park Rd
CharlestonSC29412
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$1,625 - $2,500Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 21
Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,694 - $2,3491 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,720 - $5,815Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,768 - $5,2031 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,774 - $2,9281 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,812 - $3,8841 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes
1150 Aruba CirCharleston, SC 29412
1407 Dove Run Dr, Unit B
1407 Dove Run Dr
CharlestonSC29412
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$1,941 - $3,6431 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Spyglass Seaside
1674 Folly RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Retreat at Riverland
1025 Riverland Woods PlzCharleston, SC 29412
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1 Bedroom Apartments
St. James Place
800 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
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Harbor Apartments
801 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
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South Creek James Island
333-343 Fleming RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Sawgrass Apartments
35 Crosscreek DrCharleston, SC 29412
21 Rivers Point Row
CharlestonSC29412
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Charthouse at James Island
1559 Folly RdCharleston, SC 29412
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1527 Rainbow Rd
CharlestonSC29412
1410 Dove Run Dr
CharlestonSC29412
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James Island, Charleston, SC Local Guide
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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 | $1,911 | $1,625 | $2,066 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $1,694 | $8,678 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,341 | $1,715 | $3,114 |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,713 | $2,115 | $3,461 |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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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 $1,715. Sawgrass Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,759. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,768 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Folly Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1,860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.82 price per square foot The Kiawah Townhouse Model at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 1417 Rainbow Rd Model at 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,350 with a $2.15 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Kiawah Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.82 |
| 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 | 1417 Rainbow Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Riverland Woods | Oakton | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Folly | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Avalon at James Island | S4 | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
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 $1,759 at Sawgrass Apartments.
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 $1,715 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 $2,115.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.