Cheap Homes for Rent in James Island, SC from $1,500 (38 Rentals)

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James Island, SC Local Guide

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 James Towne Village in the James Island neighborhood priced from $1,670. West Ashley Heights in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
James Towne VillageOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,670
West Ashley Heights2AR2BR,1BA$1,675
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$1,702
Stono OaksThe StonoStudio,1BA$1,712
35 Folly Apartments35F-11BR,1BA$1,734
Aspire at James IslandA51BR,1BA$1,750
Mulberry Pond2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1BA$1,750
The Islands Apartments and TownhomesThe Edisto Garden1BR,1BA$1,772
511 MeetingStudio EStudio,1BA$1,790
Sky Garden Apartments4 Bed 4 Bath B14BR,4BA$1,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.20 price per square foot 10 Riverdale Dr Model at 10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 2AR Model at West Ashley Heights starting at $1,675 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the West Ashley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for James Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B10 Riverdale Dr2BR,1BA$1.20
West Ashley Heights2AR2BR,1.5BA$1.56
Charthouse at James Island2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.87
Mulberry Pond2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.89
2022 Wappoo Hall Rd, Unit 1A2022 Wappoo Hall RdStudio ,1BA$2.51
Riverland WoodsCedarcrest1BR,1BA$2.46
The Islands Apartments and TownhomesThe Edisto Garden1BR,1BA$2.22
James Towne VillageOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.22
Aspire at James IslandA51BR,1BA$2.38
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$2.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about James Island

What type of rentals are currently available in James Island?

There are currently 323 Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC with pricing that ranges from $807 to $15,134. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James Island ranging from $1,550 to $8,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in James Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in James Island ranges from $1,550 to $8,550 with an average monthly rent of $3,678.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in James Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in James Island range from $1,701 to $15,134, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,830 to $8,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,485.

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