
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Folly Beach, SC from $1,000 (43 Rentals)
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Archer School Apartments

The Jaunt

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Meeting Street Lofts

Madison Station

The Apartments at Shade Tree

The Rumney
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Stono Oaks

Forest at Fenwick

Aspire at James Island

The Standard

Element 29

The Cooper

James Towne Village

655 East Bay
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Riverland Woods

The Porter

Mulberry Pond

MAA James Island

511 Meeting

Mulberry Place Apartments

Bee Street

35 Folly Apartments
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Spyglass Seaside

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Atlantic on Romney

The Jasper

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Bridgeside at Patriots Point

Caroline

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

Morrison Yard

Avalon at James Island
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Retreat at Riverland

Hampton West

West Ashley Heights

1402 Camp Rd

63 Rutledge Ave

Sawgrass Apartments

21 Rivers Point Row

21-B Anderson Ave
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Charthouse at James Island

270 Fleming Rd

1410 Dove Run Dr
Folly Beach, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Folly Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folly Beach Studio Apartments | $2,185 | $1,028 | $4,273 |
| Folly Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,741 | $1,021 | $10,000+ |
| Folly Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,698 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Folly Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,412 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Folly Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $1,180 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available Folly Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Folly Beach, SC is a Studio unit found at Archer School Apartments in the North Central neighborhood priced from $1,028. The Jaunt in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,147. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Folly Beach apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archer School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
| Meeting Street Lofts | Roseman | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
| Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,574 |
| The Cooper | Coleman | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,649 |
| Element 29 | A02 | Studio,1BA | $1,672 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,693 |
| 655 East Bay | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| The Porter | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Folly Beach, SC and Nearby
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Folly Beach area is the $1.86 price per square foot The Seakbrook Townhouse Model at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,772. The second greatest value Folly Beach apartment is the C1 Model at The Apartments at Shade Tree starting at $2,550 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Headquarters Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Folly Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Seakbrook Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.86 |
| The Apartments at Shade Tree | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Mulberry Place Apartments | The Randolf | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| Mulberry Pond | 1723 2 bed/1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
| Riverland Woods | Oakton | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Clare | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Jaunt | Cooper (80% Essential Living) | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Folly Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Folly Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Folly Beach is at Archer School Apartments listed at $1,028.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Folly Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Folly Beach Apartment is $1,147 at The Jaunt.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Folly Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Folly Beach is starting from $1,630 at The Jaunt.
What is the most affordable Folly Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Folly Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mulberry Place Apartments and starts from $1,874.
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