Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC from $900 (56 Rentals)

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Element Carolina Bay
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$1,659 - $2,416
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Element Carolina Bay

1500 Parklawn DrCharleston, SC 29414
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1000 West
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$1,687 - $3,479
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1000 West

1000 Bonieta Harrold DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Satori West Ashley
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$1,735 - $3,580
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Satori West Ashley

211 Satori WayJohns Island, SC 29455
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35 Folly Apartments
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$2,035 - $3,127
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35 Folly Apartments

35 Folly Rd BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
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Avalon at James Island
$2,042 - $4,678
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Avalon at James Island

202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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10 WestEdge
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$2,079 - $7,282
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10 WestEdge

10 Westedge StCharleston, SC 29403
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Retreat at Riverland
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Retreat at Riverland

1025 Riverland Woods PlzCharleston, SC 29412
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Forest at Fenwick
2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest at Fenwick

15 Stardust WayJohns Island, SC 29455

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Mulberry Pond
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mulberry Pond

1715-1735 Grech StCharleston, SC 29407
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516 Arlington Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

516 Arlington Dr

516 Arlington DrCharleston, SC 29414
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Bee Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bee Street

40 Bee StCharleston, SC 29403
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Kiawah Island, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kiawah Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kiawah Island, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at West Wind in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,225. 1523 Gardenia Rd in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West WindThe Sailfish1BR,1BA$1,225
1523 Gardenia RdStandard1BR,1BA$1,250
Spanish Oaks2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,325
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1,410
17 South ApartmentsS1 - Studio, One BathroomStudio,1BA$1,450
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1,450
MAA Hampton PointeRutledge1BR,1BA$1,548
Bluewater at Bolton's LandingCaribbean1BR,1BA$1,595
The Apartments at Shade TreeA11BR,1BA$1,600
Crowne at Live Oak SquareAshby1BR,1BA$1,613

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

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.81 price per square foot Anson Model at 1000 West in the in the Hunt Club neighborhood starting from $2,413. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the Oak Model at Reve on the Creek starting at $2,426 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Hunt Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kiawah Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1000 WestAnson3BR,2BA$1.81
Reve on the CreekOak2BR,2.5BA$1.89
Sawgrass ApartmentsPalmetto3BR,2BA$1.80
Abberly West Ashley Apartment HomesPaseo2BR,2BA$1.79
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Preserve at Essex FarmsB2C - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.72
Mulberry Place ApartmentsThe Randolf2BR,1.5BA$1.71
Mulberry Pond1715 2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.86
James Towne VillageTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.73
Spanish Oaks2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47

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Kiawah Island, SC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kiawah Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kiawah Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kiawah Island is at 17 South Apartments listed at $1,450.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment is $1,225 at West Wind.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kiawah Island is starting from $1,325 at Spanish Oaks.

What is the most affordable Kiawah Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kiawah Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at West Wind and starts from $1,725.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.