
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC (87 Rentals)


Society at Laurens

Stono Oaks

Riverland Woods

Spyglass Seaside

Caroline

Aspire at James Island

Avalon at James Island
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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 | $2,431 | $1,600 | $5,328 |
James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,137 | $835 | $10,000+ |
James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,236 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,563 | $1,715 | $10,000+ |
James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $999 | $3,800 |
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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 Guild in the North Central neighborhood and is 1,138 square feet priced from $5,297. Society at Laurens has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,100 square feet and currently listed start at $5,382. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in James Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Guild | 1Q | 1,138 Sq Ft | $5,297 |
Society at Laurens | A22 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $5,382 |
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 996 Sq Ft | $2,705 |
35 Folly Apartments | 35F-7 | 857 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
Avalon at James Island | A3 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
The Standard | The Folly | 795 Sq Ft | $1,935 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 790 Sq Ft | $2,020 |
511 Meeting | 1T | 765 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
10 WestEdge | A13 | 726 Sq Ft | $2,516 |
Cheapest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is the Tiny Duplex Model starting from $1,150 at River Oaks Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood. The second most affordable James Island 1 Bedroom is the A1a AFF 120 Model at Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes starting at $1,725 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in James Island is currently $3,137. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in James Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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River Oaks Apartments | Tiny Duplex | $1,150 |
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A1a AFF 120 | $1,725 |
The Standard | The Kiawah | $1,875 |
Avalon at James Island | A1 | $1,940 |
35 Folly Apartments | 35F-4 | $1,978 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | $2,020 |
Caroline | A3 | $2,050 |
511 Meeting | 1T | $2,145 |
10 WestEdge | A13 | $2,516 |
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Getting Around James Island, SC
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
13 / 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 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 River Oaks Apartments listed at $1,150.
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 $3,137.
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 1,138 square feet unit starting from $5,297 at The Guild.
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 821 sq ft.
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