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Magnolia Downs
115 Magnolia RdCharleston, SC 29407
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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
45 Coburg RdCharleston, SC 29407
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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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6 Commercial RowCharleston, SC 29412
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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Stono Oaks
555 Linger Longer DrJohns Island, SC 29455
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Mulberry Place Apartments
1661-1687 Mulberry StCharleston, SC 29407
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Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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Caroline
99 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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40 Bee StCharleston, SC 29403
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CharlestonSC29412
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James Island, SC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Island Studio Apartments | $2,414 | $1,600 | $2,950 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,842 | $1,006 | $6,825 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,075 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,335 | $1,679 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $1,362 | $6,200 |
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Cheapest Available James Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in James Island, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at River Oaks Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,150. Sky Garden Apartments in the North Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,479. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| River Oaks Apartments | Tiny Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,479 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,632 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.49 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Mulberry Place Apartments in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,914. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 1417 Rainbow Rd Model at 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the James Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for James Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mulberry Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 | 1417 Rainbow Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| 119 Smith St, Unit 4 | 119 Smith St | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 129 Congress St, Unit Downtown Charleston | 129 Congress St | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 6 Commercial Row, Unit 6 Commercial Row | 6 Commercial Row | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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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 Cheap James Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in James Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in James Island is at Stono Oaks listed at $1,708.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,150 at River Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom James Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in James Island is starting from $1,632 at James Towne Village.
What is the most affordable James Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mulberry Place Apartments and starts from $1,914.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.