
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC (112 Rentals)


Society at Laurens

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10 WestEdge

Stono Oaks

Hoffler Place

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The Guild

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The Charleigh

Aspire at James Island

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34 Morris St

816 E Cooper Ave

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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 | $2,457 | $1,574 | $4,273 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,846 | $1,006 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,931 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,629 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,600 | $5,500 |
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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 The Standard in the West Ashley neighborhood and is 1,512 square feet priced from $2,595. Society at Laurens in the North Central neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,100 square feet and currently listed start at $4,645. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in James Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard | The Lighthouse | 1,512 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Society at Laurens | A22 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $4,645 |
| The Guild | 1F | 875 Sq Ft | $2,978 |
| The Charleigh | A1J | 861 Sq Ft | $2,523 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Edisto | 853 Sq Ft | $2,089 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A2 | 851 Sq Ft | $2,271 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 824 Sq Ft | $1,808 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 800 Sq Ft | $1,707 |
| 10 WestEdge | A19 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,560 |
| Stono Oaks | The Santee | 763 Sq Ft | $1,666 |
Cheapest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 05, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is the The Cooper Model starting from $1,659 at Stono Oaks in the Headquarters Island neighborhood. The second most affordable James Island 1 Bedroom is the Azalea Model at Sawgrass Apartments starting at $1,707 in the James Island neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in James Island is currently $2,846. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in James Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Stono Oaks | The Cooper | $1,659 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | $1,707 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | $1,718 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | $1,780 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | $1,796 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | $1,835 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Kiawah | $1,919 |
| 89 Fishburne St | 1 Bedroom | $2,050 |
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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 Stono Oaks listed at $1,659.
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 $2,846.
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 1,512 square feet unit starting from $2,595 at The Standard.
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 753 sq ft.
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