1530 Fort Johnson Rd
CharlestonSC29412
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (8 Rentals)
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1530 Fort Johnson Rd
CharlestonSC29412
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$1,382 - $2,3191 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,600 - $2,500Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 27, 2026
Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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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 | $1,754 | $1,600 | $1,846 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,382 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,307 | $1,762 | $3,022 |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $1,969 | $3,422 |
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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 Sawgrass Apartments priced from $1,604. MAA James Island has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,748. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,604 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,762 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.77 price per square foot The Kiawah Townhouse Model at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,096. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 286 Fleming Rd Model at 286 Fleming Rd, Unit C starting at $1,850 with a $1.85 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 | $1.77 |
| 286 Fleming Rd, Unit C | 286 Fleming Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Riverland Woods | Oakton | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Standard | The May | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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 $1,604 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 $1,762 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 $1,969.
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