
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC (41 Rentals)


Palisades of Charleston

Bluewater at Bolton's Landing

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Satori West Ashley

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10 WestEdge

Crowne at Live Oak Square

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The Heyward Apartments
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17 South Apartments

Riverland Woods

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Element Carolina Bay

Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes

Haven on Henry

The Jaunt

Caroline

The Apartments at Shade Tree
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Avalon at James Island

The Ashley Apartments

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35 Folly Apartments

James Towne Village

The Preserve at Essex Farms

The Standard

MAA Hampton Pointe

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1000 West
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Spanish Oaks

Aspire at James Island

1523 Gardenia Rd

Pebble Creek Apartments

Spyglass Seaside

Stono Oaks

The Jasper

MAA James Island
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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

West Wind

Magnolia Downs

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1556 Kemper Ave

640 Cornell St

700 Daniel Ellis Dr

Sawgrass Apartments
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Charthouse at James Island
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kiawah Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiawah Island Studio Apartments | $2,113 | $1,443 | $2,950 |
| Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,072 | $6,825 |
| Kiawah Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,893 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,146 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,941 | $5,000 | $6,882 |
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Largest Available Kiawah Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kiawah Island, SC is found at Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in the West Ashley neighborhood and is 996 square feet priced from $2,876. Element Carolina Bay in the Hunt Club neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 887 square feet and currently listed start at $1,707. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kiawah Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 996 Sq Ft | $2,876 |
| Element Carolina Bay | A2 Bowen | 887 Sq Ft | $1,707 |
| 17 South Apartments | A5 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 885 Sq Ft | $1,757 |
| The Preserve at Essex Farms | A1O - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 857 Sq Ft | $1,707 |
| The Standard | The Folly | 822 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
| Avalon at James Island | A3 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,357 |
| Hamlet Maybank - Homes & Townhomes for Rent | Cottage A1 | 790 Sq Ft | $2,153 |
| The Jasper | Ashley B | 731 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Ashby | 728 Sq Ft | $1,789 |
| 10 WestEdge | A14 | 727 Sq Ft | $2,532 |
Cheapest Available Kiawah Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 30, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kiawah Island, SC is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $999 at Pebble Creek Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom is the The Sailfish Model at West Wind starting at $1,225 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kiawah Island is currently $2,211. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kiawah Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pebble Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $999 |
| West Wind | The Sailfish | $1,225 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Standard | $1,400 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A1 AFF 80 | $1,432 |
| The Preserve at Essex Farms | A2C - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | $1,633 |
| Element Carolina Bay | A2 Bowen | $1,707 |
| 17 South Apartments | A5 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | $1,757 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Ashby | $1,789 |
| Satori West Ashley | A1 | $1,858 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | $1,953 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kiawah Island with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kiawah Island is at Pebble Creek Apartments listed at $999.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kiawah Island is $2,211.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kiawah Island is a 996 square feet unit starting from $2,876 at Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kiawah Island is currently 750 sq ft.
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