
Cheap Homes for Rent in James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $1,500 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the James Island area of Charleston.


296 Fleming Rd

1026 Harbor View Rd

3 Commercial Row
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1509a Harbor View Rd

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James Island, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in James Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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James Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,423 | $1,795 | $4,275 |
James Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,044 | $1,830 | $5,500 |
James Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,332 | $3,500 | $8,995 |
James Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 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 2 Beds unit found at James Towne Village priced from $1,605. Aspire at James Island has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,605 |
Aspire at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.94 price per square foot Palmetto Model at Sawgrass Apartments in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the Wando Model at MAA James Island starting at $2,243 with a $1.97 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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Sawgrass Apartments | Palmetto | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
MAA James Island | Wando | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
James Towne Village | 2Bd 1bth Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Avalon at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about James Island
What type of rentals are currently available in James Island?
There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $13,000. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James Island ranging from $1,575 to $8,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in James Island?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in James Island ranges from $1,575 to $8,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,374.
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