
Cheap Homes for Rent in James Island, SC from $1,500 (38 Rentals)
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1685 Pinckney Park Dr

23 Archdale St

811 Colony Dr

700 Daniel Ellis Dr, Unit 7304 Peninsula

1755 Central Park Rd

605 W Harrison Rd

45 Sycamore Ave, Unit 1818

1402 Camp Rd

60 Fenwick Hall Allee
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48 Reid St

14 Lockwood Dr

138 Line St

40 Bee St, Unit 116

45 Sycamore Ave

811 Colony Dr, Unit E 72

1045 Harbor View Rd

208 Ashley Ave, Unit C - A

21 Rivers Point Row

424 Howle Ave, Unit B
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424 Howle Ave

1411 Dove Run Dr

1500 Seacroft Rd

1500 Seacroft Rd

89 Fishburne St

2026 River Rd

1366 Pinnacle Ln

45 Sycamore Ave, Unit King luxury

202 Promenade Vista St

63 Rutledge Ave
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850 Burger St

15 Town Park Ln

37 America St

180 Line St

202 Promenade Vista St

3 Woolfe St

251 Meeting St

1345 Pinnacle Ln
James Island, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in James Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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James Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,097 | $1,550 | $6,600 |
James Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,055 | $1,830 | $8,550 |
James Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,009 | $4,095 | $8,000 |
James Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,450 | $4,450 | $4,450 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
West Ashley Heights | 2AR | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,702 |
Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,712 |
35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,734 |
Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Mulberry Pond | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,772 |
511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B | 10 Riverdale Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
West Ashley Heights | 2AR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Mulberry Pond | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
2022 Wappoo Hall Rd, Unit 1A | 2022 Wappoo Hall Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
Riverland Woods | Cedarcrest | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,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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