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1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Avalon at James Island
202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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1150 Aruba CirCharleston, SC 29412
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1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1
1417 Rainbow 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 | $3,138 | $1,600 | $7,189 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,823 | $1,642 | $8,919 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,079 | $1,717 | $7,091 |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $2,109 | $8,690 |
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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 MAA James Island priced from $1,658. James Towne Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,717. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,658 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,717 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 1BR,1BA | $1,729 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,773 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Charthouse at James Island in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 2Bd 1bth Renovated Model at James Towne Village starting at $2,122 with a $2.27 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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| Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| James Towne Village | 2Bd 1bth Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 2074 Seabrook Ave, Unit B | 2074 Seabrook Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Folly | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Avalon at James Island | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
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 $1,658 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 $1,717 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 $2,109.
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