
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC (38 Rentals)


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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Stono Oaks

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Riverland Woods

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Element Carolina Bay
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Aspire at James Island

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James Towne Village

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The Standard

Spanish Oaks

MAA Hampton Pointe

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1000 West

Preserve at Essex Farms

1523 Gardenia Rd

Pebble Creek Apartments

The Jasper

The Jaunt

MAA James Island
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Magnolia Downs

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

45 Sycamore Ave

7422 Indigo Palms Way

Sawgrass Apartments

Charthouse at James Island
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 | $1,991 | $1,574 | $2,950 |
Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $999 | $6,825 |
| Kiawah Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,549 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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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 The Standard in the West Ashley neighborhood and is 1,512 square feet priced from $2,595. Satori West Ashley in the Hunt Club neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,005 square feet and currently listed start at $1,930. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kiawah Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard | The Lighthouse | 1,512 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Satori West Ashley | A2 | 1,005 Sq Ft | $1,930 |
| Element Carolina Bay | A2 Bowen | 887 Sq Ft | $1,905 |
| 17 South Apartments | A5 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 885 Sq Ft | $1,690 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Cooper | 870 Sq Ft | $1,635 |
| 1000 West | Elliott - Premium | 869 Sq Ft | $1,736 |
| The Heyward Apartments | The Bess | 865 Sq Ft | $1,738 |
| Bluewater at Bolton's Landing | Cyan | 858 Sq Ft | $1,740 |
| Preserve at Essex Farms | A1O - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 857 Sq Ft | $1,607 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A2 | 851 Sq Ft | $2,286 |
Cheapest Available Kiawah Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 12, 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 Enhanced Model at 1523 Gardenia Rd starting at $1,300 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kiawah Island is currently $1,990. 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 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Enhanced | $1,300 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | $1,338 |
| Preserve at Essex Farms | *S1 - Studio, One Bathroom | $1,370 |
| MAA Hampton Pointe | Rutledge | $1,408 |
| Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes | Hoxton | $1,628 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Ashley | $1,635 |
| The Heyward Apartments | The Catfish | $1,652 |
| 1000 West | Rutledge - Premium | $1,654 |
| Stono Oaks | The Cooper | $1,659 |
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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 $1,990.
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 1,512 square feet unit starting from $2,595 at The Standard.
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 851 sq ft.
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