Cheap Homes for Rent near James Island, SC from $1,250 (23 Rentals)

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property at 199 Spring St
$1,550
1 Bedroom Rentals
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199 Spring St

CharlestonSC29403
property at 201 Spring St
$1,550 - $3,000
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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201 Spring St

CharlestonSC29403

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property at 874 Colony Dr
$1,650 - $1,675
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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874 Colony Dr

CharlestonSC29407
property at 6 Trapman St
$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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6 Trapman St, Unit C

6 Trapman St
CharlestonSC29401
property at 262 Fleming Rd
$1,850
2 Bedroom Rentals
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262 Fleming Rd

CharlestonSC29412
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property at 235 Stefan Dr
$1,945
2 Bedroom Rentals
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235 Stefan Dr

CharlestonSC29412
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property at 2067 Cheraw Dr
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2067 Cheraw Dr

CharlestonSC29412
property at 1527 Brookbank Ave
$2,150

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Base Rent$2,150

Total Monthly Price$2,150
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1527 Brookbank Ave

CharlestonSC29412

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James Island, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available James Island Homes for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available rental home in James Island, SC is a 1 Bed home found at 199 Spring St in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,550. 2067 Cheraw Dr in the James Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced home, which is a 1 Bed rental home currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island homes for rent:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
199 Spring St199 Spring St1BR, 1BA$1,550
2067 Cheraw Dr2067 Cheraw Dr1BR, 1BA$2,000
34 Mary St34 Mary St3BR, 1BA$3,145

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

As of September 19, 2026 the best value rental home in the James Island area is the $0.88 price per square foot 1208 Apex Ln Model at 1208 Apex Ln, Unit 1208 Apex Lane in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value James Island rental home is the 1411 Westway Dr Model at 1411 Westway Dr in the James Island neighborhood starting at $3,995 with a $2.10 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for James Island homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1208 Apex Ln, Unit 1208 Apex Lane1208 Apex Ln2BR, 2BA$0.88
1411 Westway Dr1411 Westway Dr5BR, 3BA$2.10
1585 Secessionville Rd1585 Secessionville Rd3BR, 3BA$1.91
1420 Widows Ct1420 Widows Ct3BR, 3BA$1.81
823 Harbor Place Dr823 Harbor Place Dr3BR, 2.5BA$2.35
720 Sterling Dr720 Sterling Dr3BR, 2BA$1.97
34 Mary St34 Mary St3BR, 1BA$2.42
48 America St, Unit A48 America St3BR, 1BA$2.17
199 Spring St199 Spring St1BR, 1BA$1.43
1527 Brookbank Ave1527 Brookbank Ave3BR, 1.5BA$2.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about James Island

What type of rentals are currently available in James Island?

There are currently 343 Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,101 to $23,000. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James Island ranging from $1,250 to $8,500.

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 $1,250 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,270.

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 $1,649 to $23,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,150 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,299.

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