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Magnolia Downs
115 Magnolia RdCharleston, SC 29407
Cheap Apartments for Rent near James Island, SC from $1,140 (67 Rentals)
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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
45 Coburg RdCharleston, SC 29407
199 Spring St
CharlestonSC29403
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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
23 Nassau St
CharlestonSC29403
46 Vanderhorst St
CharlestonSC29403
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, 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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35 Folly Apartments
35 Folly Road BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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$1,800
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59 Hanover St, Unit B
59 Hanover StCharleston, SC 29403
59 Hanover St
CharlestonSC29403
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Mulberry Place Apartments
1661-1687 Mulberry StCharleston, SC 29407
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3 Woolfe St, Unit B
3 Woolfe StCharleston, SC 29403
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511 Meeting
511 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
867 Colony Dr, Unit 99
867 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407
333 King St
CharlestonSC29401
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$1,950
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99 Beaufain St, Unit Apt. C
99 Beaufain StCharleston, SC 29401
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Spyglass Seaside
1674 Folly RdCharleston, SC 29412
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The Islands Apartments and Townhomes
1150 Aruba CirCharleston, SC 29412
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$2,000
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119 Smith St, Unit 119 Smith St 2
119 Smith StCharleston, SC 29403
14 Lockwood Dr
CharlestonSC29401
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202 Promenade Vista St, Unit 2304
202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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Avalon at James Island
202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
1527 Brookbank Ave
CharlestonSC29412
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Caroline
99 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Jasper
310 Broad StCharleston, SC 29401
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$2,200
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19 Hampden Ct, Unit A
19 Hampden CtCharleston, SC 29403
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63 Reid St
CharlestonSC29403
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Retreat at Riverland
1025 Riverland Woods PlzCharleston, SC 29412
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St. James Place
800 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
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Harbor Apartments
801 Affirmation BlvdCharleston, SC 29412
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Williams Terrace- Independant Senior Living
22 Laurens StCharleston, SC 29401
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19 Hampden Ct
19 Hampden CtCharleston, SC 29403
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The Abbey
2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403
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Hampton West
554 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403
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River Oaks Apartments
1102 Hillside DrCharleston, SC 29407
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Radcliffe Manor
200 Coming StCharleston, SC 29403
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3 Apollo Rd
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867 Colony Dr
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1556 Kemper Ave
CharlestonSC29412
201 Spring St
CharlestonSC29403
199 Spring St
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1415 Dove Run Dr
CharlestonSC29412
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South Creek James Island
333-343 Fleming RdCharleston, SC 29412
874 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407
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Canopy at Palmetto Path
1 Rice DrCharleston, SC 29407
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Mulberry Pond
1715-1735 Grech StCharleston, SC 29407
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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 | $2,530 | $1,625 | $4,378 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,796 | $1,140 | $9,407 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,996 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,818 | $1,649 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $1,299 | $5,164 |
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Cheapest Available James Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in James Island, SC is a Studio unit found at Stono Oaks in the Johns Island neighborhood priced from $1,657. MAA James Island in the James Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,658. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio, 1BA | $1,657 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 1BR, 1BA | $1,658 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR, 4BA | $1,699 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,800 |
| The Standard | The Kiawah | 1BR, 1BA | $1,865 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio C | Studio, 1BA | $1,910 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 1BR, 1BA | $2,052 |
| Avalon at James Island | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $2,072 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Harbor Townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $2,116 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $2.05 price per square foot The Kiawah Townhouse Model at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,424. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the D3 Model at Hoffler Place in the North Central neighborhood starting at $1,609 with a $1.42 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Kiawah Townhouse | 2BR, 2.5BA | $2.05 |
| Hoffler Place | D3 | 4BR, 4BA | $1.42 |
| The Standard | The Wando | 2BR, 2BA | $2.61 |
| Caroline | B2 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.82 |
| 15 Sires St | 15 Sires St | 2BR, 2BA | $2.80 |
| 19 Hampden Ct, Unit A | 19 Hampden Ct | 3BR, 1BA | $2.25 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 1BR, 1BA | $2.37 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 1BR, 1BA | $2.01 |
| 99 Beaufain St, Unit Apt. C | 99 Beaufain St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.60 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.91 |
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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 $1,657.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,658 at MAA James Island.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in James Island is starting from $2,087 at Stono Oaks.
What is the most affordable James Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $2,641.
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