Cheap Homes for Rent near James Island, SC from $1,300 (28 Rentals)

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property at 811 Colony Dr

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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811 Colony Dr, Unit Cool Condo

811 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407

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property at 1757 Skinner Ave

$2,230 - $2,830

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1757 Skinner Ave

CharlestonSC29407
property at 6 Trapman St

$2,250

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$2,250
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$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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6 Trapman St, Unit C

6 Trapman St
CharlestonSC29401

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property at 874 Colony Dr

$2,275

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$2,275
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$2,275

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 15

874 Colony Dr, Unit B27

874 Colony Dr
CharlestonSC29407
property at 11 West St

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

11 West St, Unit D

11 West St
CharlestonSC29401

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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 3 Beds unit found at 19 Hampden Ct in the North Central neighborhood priced from $1,099. Laurel, A Collective in the North Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,673. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
19 Hampden Ct3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1,099
Laurel, A CollectiveS3.AStudio,1BA$1,673
Stono OaksThe Cooper1BR,1BA$1,880
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$1,958
89 Fishburne St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,050
The StandardThe Kiawah1BR,1BA$2,055
Avalon at James IslandS1Studio,1BA$2,087

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

As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $2.54 price per square foot 16 Reid St Model at 16 Reid St in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $3,299. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 19 Hampden Ct starting at $1,099 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the North Central 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.
16 Reid St16 Reid St3BR,1.5BA$2.54
19 Hampden Ct3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.85
The Islands Apartments and TownhomesThe Harbor Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.07
Spyglass SeasideSeabrook2BR,2BA$2.57
19 Hampden Ct, Unit A19 Hampden Ct3BR,1BA$2.46
Stono OaksThe Cooper1BR,1BA$2.53
The StandardThe Kiawah1BR,1BA$2.81
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$2.69
119 Smith St, Unit 3119 Smith St1BR,1BA$2.31
640 Cornell St, Unit West Ashley640 Cornell St1BR,1BA$2.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about James Island

What type of rentals are currently available in James Island?

There are currently 339 Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,066 to $23,000. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James Island ranging from $1,350 to $9,000.

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 $1,350 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,311.

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 $2,000 to $23,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,315 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,499.

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