
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near James Island, SC (131 Rentals)


Society at Laurens

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10 WestEdge

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Laurel, A Collective

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The Guild

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Caroline

The Charleigh

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Avalon at James Island

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The Jasper

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

511 Meeting

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89 Fishburne St

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119 Smith St, Unit 3

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7 Hanover St, Unit A

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640 Cornell St, Unit West Ashley

6 Trapman St, Unit C

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350 King St, Unit 204
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197 Spring St

199 Spring St

199 Spring St

201 Spring St

201 Spring St

14 Lockwood Dr

480 St Andrews Blvd

89 Fishburne St
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75 Society St

7 Bee St

422 Race St

259 E Bay St

335 King St

178 Broad St
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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 | $2,507 | $1,673 | $4,513 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,910 | $1,072 | $9,385 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,305 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,507 | $2,195 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,317 | $1,499 | $8,000 |
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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 $4,895. 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 | $4,895 |
| LC Line & Low | 1BR TYPE R | 1,078 Sq Ft | $3,875 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 996 Sq Ft | $2,876 |
| The Standard | The Folly | 822 Sq Ft | $2,160 |
| Avalon at James Island | A3 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,359 |
| The Jasper | Ashley B | 731 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| 10 WestEdge | A14 | 727 Sq Ft | $2,588 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 712 Sq Ft | $1,968 |
| The Charleigh | A1C | 690 Sq Ft | $2,673 |
| 89 Fishburne St | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
Cheapest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 30, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is the A1 AFF 80 Model starting from $1,432 at Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in the West Ashley neighborhood. The second most affordable James Island 1 Bedroom is the Cooper Model at MAA James Island starting at $1,968 in the James Island neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in James Island is currently $2,910. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in James Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A1 AFF 80 | $1,432 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | $1,968 |
| 89 Fishburne St | 1 Bedroom | $2,050 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | $2,085 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-R1 | $2,104 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | $2,159 |
| 10 WestEdge | A14 | $2,588 |
| LC Line & Low | 1BR TYPE F | $2,644 |
| The Charleigh | A1C | $2,673 |
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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 Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes listed at $1,432.
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 $2,910.
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 $4,895 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 868 sq ft.
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