
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (20 Rentals)
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1755 Central Park Rd, Unit 3108

1755 Central Park Rd

The Standard

Aspire at James Island

MAA James Island
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700 Daniel Ellis Dr, Unit 12305 Peninsula

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Riverland Woods

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Avalon at James Island

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223 Howle Ave

South Creek James Island

700 Daniel Ellis Dr

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1402 Camp Rd
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444 Howle Ave

28 Crosscreek Dr
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Island Studio Apartments | $1,731 | $1,620 | $1,836 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,544 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,753 | $3,024 |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $1,832 | $3,526 |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 20 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 1 Bed unit found at James Towne Village priced from $1,544. The Standard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,620. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,544 |
| The Standard | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,620 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,688 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 1BR,1BA | $1,714 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $2.17 price per square foot C1 Model at Avalon at James Island in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $3,526. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 1417 Rainbow Rd Model at 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $2.11 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon at James Island | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $2.17 |
| 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 | 1417 Rainbow Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Riverland Woods | Oakton | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Folly | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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 $1,544 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 $1,753 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 James Towne Village and starts from $1,832.
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