
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near James Island, SC (126 Rentals)


Society at Laurens

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10 WestEdge

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Laurel, A Collective

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The Guild

Riverland Woods

Caroline

The Charleigh

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Avalon at James Island

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35 Folly Apartments

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The Standard

Aspire at James Island

Spyglass Seaside

Stono Oaks

The Jasper

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

511 Meeting

MAA James Island
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13 Elizabeth St

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12 Humphrey Ct, Unit SI ID1604240P

202 Promenade Vista St, Unit 2304

867 Colony Dr, Unit 99

199 Spring St
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816 E Cooper Ave

23 Nassau St

333 King St

235 King St

10 Humphrey Ct

3 Apollo Rd

867 Colony Dr

1556 Kemper Ave

197 Spring St

199 Spring St
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201 Spring St

874 Colony Dr

75 Society St

192 E Bay St

335 King St

343 King St

2067 Cheraw Dr

89 Fishburne St

Lord Arms Apartments

Peninsula
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James Island, 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 | $2,521 | $1,625 | $4,497 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,851 | $1,076 | $9,532 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,019 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,310 | $1,975 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,299 | $5,252 |
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Largest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is found at Society at Laurens in the North Central neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $4,695. LC Line & Low has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,078 square feet and currently listed start at $3,875. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in James Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society at Laurens | A22 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $4,695 |
| LC Line & Low | 1BR TYPE R | 1,078 Sq Ft | $3,875 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 1,064 Sq Ft | $2,876 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 865 Sq Ft | $2,079 |
| The Charleigh | A1J | 861 Sq Ft | $2,772 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 824 Sq Ft | $1,973 |
| The Standard | The Folly | 822 Sq Ft | $1,940 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | 768 Sq Ft | $2,159 |
| Stono Oaks | The Santee | 763 Sq Ft | $1,955 |
| The Jasper | Ashley B | 731 Sq Ft | $6,475 |
Cheapest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 13, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is the The Kiawah Model starting from $1,865 at The Standard in the West Ashley neighborhood. The second most affordable James Island 1 Bedroom is the The Santee Model at Stono Oaks starting at $1,955 in the Johns Island neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in James Island is currently $2,851. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in James Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Standard | The Kiawah | $1,865 |
| Stono Oaks | The Santee | $1,955 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | $1,973 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-4 | $2,029 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | $2,079 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | $2,159 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A1 | $2,246 |
| 10 WestEdge | A7 | $2,328 |
| The Charleigh | A1C | $2,567 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom James Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in James Island with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in James Island is at The Standard listed at $1,865.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in James Island is $2,851.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom James Island Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in James Island is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $4,695 at Society at Laurens.
What is the average size for James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in James Island is currently 857 sq ft.
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