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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (13 Rentals)
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6 Commercial Row, Unit 6 Commercial Row
6 Commercial RowCharleston, SC 29412
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,605 - $4,960Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
1755 Central Park Rd, Unit #7114
1755 Central Park Rd
CharlestonSC29412
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Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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The Islands Apartments and Townhomes
1150 Aruba CirCharleston, SC 29412
1045 Seaside Ln
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 | $1,619 | $1,600 | $1,725 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $1,496 | $5,128 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $1,500 | $2,795 |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,596 | $1,800 | $3,472 |
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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 Studio unit found at The Standard priced from $1,605. MAA James Island has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,605 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $2.20 price per square foot 1417 Rainbow Rd Model at 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the Seabrook Model at Spyglass Seaside starting at $2,368 with a $2.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 | 1417 Rainbow Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 6 Commercial Row, Unit 6 Commercial Row | 6 Commercial Row | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Avalon at James Island | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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 $1,645 at MAA James Island.
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 $1,649 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 The Islands Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $2,424.
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