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1 Rice DrCharleston, 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 | $2,228 | $1,600 | $2,800 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,790 | $884 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,591 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,939 | $1,715 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $999 | $3,800 |
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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. James Towne Village in the James Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,626. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Oaks Apartments | Tiny Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,626 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,674 |
| West Ashley Heights | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $2.00 price per square foot 244 Calhoun St Model at 244 Calhoun St, Unit Apt C in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the Wando Model at MAA James Island starting at $2,163 with a $1.90 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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| 244 Calhoun St, Unit Apt C | 244 Calhoun St | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| MAA James Island | Wando | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Sawgrass | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1 | 1417 Rainbow Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| West Ashley Heights | 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Seabrook | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 119 Smith St, Unit 4 | 119 Smith St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 234 Coming St | 234 Coming St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 18 Pitt St, Unit A | 18 Pitt St | 1BR,2BA | $2.30 |
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39 / 100
Car-Dependent
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42 / 100
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13 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap James Island Apartments
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 $1,626 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 Sawgrass Apartments and starts from $2,175.
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