Studio Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC (115 Rentals)

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34 Cross Creek Dr
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34 Cross Creek Dr

34 Cross Creek DrJames Island, SC 29412

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The Abbey
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The Abbey

2 Percy StCharleston, SC 29403
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Hampton West
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Hampton West

554 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403
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The Charleigh
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The Charleigh

441 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29403
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128 Columbus St
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128 Columbus St

128 Columbus StCharleston, SC 29403
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Craft House
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Craft House

67 Legare StCharleston, SC 29401
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176 Broad St
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176 Broad St

176 Broad StCharleston, SC 29401
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192 Rutledge Ave
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192 Rutledge Ave

192 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29403

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XXI George Street
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XXI George Street

21 George StCharleston, SC 29401
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563 King St
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563 King St

563 King StCharleston, SC 29403
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26 Mary St
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26 Mary St

26 Mary StCharleston, SC 29403
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251 Meeting St
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251 Meeting St

251 Meeting StCharleston, SC 29401
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27 State St
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27 State St

27 State StCharleston, SC 29401
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62 Broad St
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62 Broad St

62 Broad StCharleston, SC 29401
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The Canterbury House
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The Canterbury House

165-175 Market StCharleston, SC 29401
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115 Spring St
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115 Spring St

115 Spring StCharleston, SC 29403
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Wragg Borough
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Wragg Borough

501 E Bay StCharleston, SC 29403
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18-32 Ogier St
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18-32 Ogier St

18-32 Ogier StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Bristol
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The Bristol

3000 Bridgeview LnCharleston, SC 29403
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241 Howle Ave
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241 Howle Ave

241 Howle AveCharleston, SC 29412
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106 E Hudson Ave
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106 E Hudson Ave

106 E Hudson AveCharleston, SC 29412
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109 Cannon St
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109 Cannon St

109 Cannon StCharleston, SC 29403
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42 Wentworth St
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42 Wentworth St

42 Wentworth StCharleston, SC 29401

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1-11 Ashley Ave
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1-11 Ashley Ave

1-11 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29401
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17 Judith St
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17 Judith St

17 Judith StCharleston, SC 29403
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The Albemarle
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The Albemarle

498 Albemarle RdCharleston, SC 29407
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175 King St
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175 King St

175 King StCharleston, SC 29401
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125 Alexander St
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125 Alexander St

125 Alexander StCharleston, SC 29403
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164 Wentworth St
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164 Wentworth St

164 Wentworth StCharleston, SC 29401
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427-429 King St
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427-429 King St

427-429 King StCharleston, SC 29403

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James Island, SC Local Guide

Largest Available James Island Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in James Island, SC is found at The Guild in the North Central neighborhood and is 717 square feet priced from $4,159. The Charleigh has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 576 square feet and currently listed start at $2,037. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in James Island:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The GuildSF717 Sq Ft$4,159
The CharleighS1B576 Sq Ft$2,037
10 WestEdgeS4562 Sq Ft$2,324
511 MeetingStudio C560 Sq Ft$1,850
Stono OaksThe Stono553 Sq Ft$1,708
The JasperSt. Phillip A525 Sq Ft$2,170
CarolineS1497 Sq Ft$1,795

Cheapest Available James Island Studio Apartments

As of November 02, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in James Island, SC is the The Stono Model starting from $1,708 at Stono Oaks in the Parkwood Farmfield neighborhood. The second most affordable James Island Studio is the S1 Model at Caroline starting at $1,795 in the West Ashley neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in James Island is currently $2,414. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in James Island:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Stono OaksThe Stono$1,708
CarolineS1$1,795
511 MeetingStudio C$1,850
10 WestEdgeS2$1,999
The CharleighS1B$2,037
The JasperSt. Phillip A$2,170
The GuildSB$3,133

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio James Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in James Island with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in James Island is at Stono Oaks listed at $1,708.

How much is the average rent for a Studio James Island Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in James Island is $2,414.

What is the largest available Studio James Island Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in James Island is a 717 square feet unit starting from $4,159 at The Guild.

What is the average size for James Island Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in James Island is currently 529 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

Written by: Vicki Shivers

Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.