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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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Sawgrass Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sawgrass Apartments

35 Crosscreek DrCharleston, SC 29412
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516 Arlington Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

516 Arlington Dr

516 Arlington DrCharleston, SC 29414
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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 Studio unit found at Retreat at Riverland in the James Island neighborhood priced from $200. The Jaunt in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Retreat at RiverlandGarage 17Studio,$200
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$870
West WindThe Sailfish1BR,1BA$1,225
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,269
Preserve at Essex Farms*S1 - Studio, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,419
James Towne VillageOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,515
Bluewater at Bolton's LandingCyan1BR,1BA$1,515
Satori West AshleyA11BR,1BA$1,542
Crowne at Live Oak SquareClare WH1BR,1BA$1,554
MAA Hampton PointeRutledge1BR,1BA$1,573

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

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.63 price per square foot Oak Model at Reve on the Creek in the in the Hunt Club neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the 2 Bedroom Renovated Model at The Folly Townhomes starting at $1,599 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the West Ashley 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.
Reve on the CreekOak2BR,2.5BA$1.63
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Mulberry Place ApartmentsThe Randolf2BR,1.5BA$1.71
Forest at Fenwick2x2 Classic Unit2BR,2BA$1.84
Element Carolina BayA2 Bowen1BR,1BA$1.91
17 South ApartmentsA5 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.88
Palisades of CharlestonThe Cooper1BR,1BA$1.89
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1.16
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.81
Retreat at RiverlandGarage 17Studio ,0.5BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kiawah Island, SC

Ranked #44

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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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 Retreat at Riverland listed at $200.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment is $870 at The Jaunt.

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 $1,497 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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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