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

Magnolia Downs

Spanish Oaks

West Wind

1523 Gardenia Rd

The Jaunt

Preserve at Essex Farms

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Castlewood Townhouses
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17 South Apartments

The Folly Townhomes

James Towne Village

MAA Hampton Pointe

The Apartments at Shade Tree

Bluewater at Bolton's Landing

Crowne at Live Oak Square

Aspire at James Island

Palisades of Charleston

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Element Carolina Bay
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1000 West

The Standard

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The Heyward Apartments

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Satori West Ashley

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Mulberry Place Apartments

MAA James Island

The Jasper

Riverland Woods
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Stono Oaks

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The Ashley Apartments

Spyglass Seaside

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35 Folly Apartments

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Avalon at James Island

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10 WestEdge

Retreat at Riverland

1150 5th Ave

Forest at Fenwick
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West Ashley Heights

Mulberry Pond

867 Colony Dr

525 Stinson Dr

2103 Rondo St

21 Rivers Point Row

1410 Dove Run Dr

640 Cornell St

516 Arlington Dr

Bee Street
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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 | $2,009 | $1,450 | $2,950 |
| Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $1,019 | $6,825 |
| Kiawah Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,762 | $1,259 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,744 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wind | The Sailfish | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Spanish Oaks | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| 17 South Apartments | S1 - Studio, One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Folly Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| MAA Hampton Pointe | Rutledge | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
| Bluewater at Bolton's Landing | Caribbean | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Apartments at Shade Tree | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Crowne at Live Oak Square | Ashby | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 West | Anson | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Reve on the Creek | Oak | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.89 |
| Sawgrass Apartments | Palmetto | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes | Paseo | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| The Folly Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Preserve at Essex Farms | B2C - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Mulberry Place Apartments | The Randolf | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| Mulberry Pond | 1715 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Spanish Oaks | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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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 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.
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