
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Kiawah Island, SC from $1,000 (58 Rentals)
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Spanish Oaks

Haven on Henry

West Wind

The Jaunt

1523 Gardenia Rd

The Preserve at Essex Farms

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Castlewood Townhouses

The Folly Townhomes
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MAA Hampton Pointe

Bluewater at Bolton's Landing

Crowne at Live Oak Square

Aspire at James Island

17 South Apartments

Palisades of Charleston

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Element Carolina Bay

The Apartments at Shade Tree

Stono Oaks

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Satori West Ashley
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The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

James Towne Village

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35 Folly Apartments

Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes

The Heyward Apartments

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1000 West

The Jasper

MAA James Island

The Standard

The Ashley Apartments
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Riverland Woods

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Avalon at James Island

Caroline

Spyglass Seaside

Hamlet Maybank - Homes & Townhomes for Rent

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10 WestEdge

Retreat at Riverland

1150 5th Ave

Forest at Fenwick

1556 Kemper Ave
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2039 Rondo St

West Ashley Heights

Mulberry Pond

516 Arlington Dr

640 Cornell St

262 Fleming Rd

6088 Bears Bluff Rd

Charthouse at James Island

Sawgrass Apartments

415 Parkdale Dr
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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 | $2,136 | $1,647 | $2,950 |
| Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,006 | $6,825 |
| Kiawah Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,833 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,501 | $5,000 | $6,003 |
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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. The Jaunt in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,389. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wind | The Sailfish | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Preserve at Essex Farms | *S1 - Studio, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,423 |
| Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A1 AFF 80 | 1BR,1BA | $1,432 |
| The Folly Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1,617 |
| 17 South Apartments | A1 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,648 |
| Satori West Ashley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,781 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Kiawah with Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC and Nearby
As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.97 price per square foot The Seakbrook Townhouse Model at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,944. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the Palmetto Model at Reve on the Creek starting at $2,576 with a $1.83 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Seakbrook Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.97 |
| Reve on the Creek | Palmetto | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.83 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Wando with Balcony | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Element Carolina Bay | B7 Sullivan | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| MAA Hampton Pointe | Calhoun | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Bluewater at Bolton's Landing | Ocean | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| The Folly Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes | Ellum - Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 Avalon at James Island listed at $2,087.
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 $1,450 at The Folly Townhomes.
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.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.