
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC (39 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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Element Carolina Bay

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The Ashley Apartments

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35 Folly Apartments

James Towne Village

The Standard

Spanish Oaks

1000 West

1523 Gardenia Rd

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The Jasper

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Magnolia Downs

MAA James Island

West Wind

The Jaunt

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Kiawah Island, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kiawah Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiawah Island Studio Apartments | $2,054 | $1,537 | $2,950 |
| Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,056 | $6,825 |
| Kiawah Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,892 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,112 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,071 | $5,000 | $7,143 |
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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 Satori West Ashley in the Hunt Club neighborhood and is 1,005 square feet priced from $1,999. Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 996 square feet and currently listed start at $2,876. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kiawah Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Satori West Ashley | A2 | 1,005 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 996 Sq Ft | $2,876 |
| Element Carolina Bay | A2 Bowen | 887 Sq Ft | $1,759 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Cooper | 870 Sq Ft | $1,665 |
| The Heyward Apartments | The Bess | 865 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 865 Sq Ft | $1,944 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Berkeley | 858 Sq Ft | $1,831 |
| Bluewater at Bolton's Landing | Cyan | 858 Sq Ft | $1,610 |
| MAA James Island | Edisto | 824 Sq Ft | $1,758 |
| The Standard | The Folly | 753 Sq Ft | $2,155 |
Cheapest Available Kiawah Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kiawah Island, SC is the The Sailfish Model starting from $1,225 at West Wind in the West Ashley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom is the Ashley Model at The Jaunt starting at $1,229 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kiawah Island is currently $2,145. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kiawah Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| West Wind | The Sailfish | $1,225 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | $1,229 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Standard | $1,250 |
| MAA Hampton Pointe | Rutledge | $1,548 |
| Bluewater at Bolton's Landing | Caribbean | $1,575 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Cooper | $1,665 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Ashby | $1,741 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | $1,748 |
| Element Carolina Bay | A2 Bowen | $1,759 |
| Satori West Ashley | A1 | $1,760 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartments
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 $2,145.
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 1,005 square feet unit starting from $1,999 at Satori West Ashley.
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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