
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC from $1,000 (49 Rentals)
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The Jaunt

Spanish Oaks

Haven on Henry

West Wind

1523 Gardenia Rd

17 South Apartments

The Preserve at Essex Farms

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Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
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Castlewood Townhouses

MAA Hampton Pointe

The Folly Townhomes

The Apartments at Shade Tree

Bluewater at Bolton's Landing

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Element Carolina Bay

Aspire at James Island

Palisades of Charleston

Riverland Woods
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James Towne Village

Stono Oaks

MAA James Island

The Heyward Apartments

Abberly West Ashley Apartment Homes

The Jasper

The Standard

Crowne at Live Oak Square

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35 Folly Apartments
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The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

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Satori West Ashley

Mulberry Place Apartments

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1000 West

The Ashley Apartments

Retreat at Riverland

1150 5th Ave

516 Arlington Dr

Forest at Fenwick
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2103 Rondo St

West Ashley Heights

Mulberry Pond

256 Fleming Rd

516 Arlington Dr

640 Cornell St

Bee Street

262 Fleming Rd

Sawgrass Apartments
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Charthouse at James Island

1559 Brookbank Ave

6088 Bears Bluff Rd

3585 Riley Wright Rd
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 | $2,103 | $1,372 | $2,950 |
| Kiawah Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $1,037 | $6,825 |
| Kiawah Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $1,118 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,989 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Kiawah Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,049 | $5,000 | $7,098 |
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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 Spanish Oaks in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,175. West Wind in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| West Wind | The Sailfish | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 1523 Gardenia Rd | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Jaunt | Ashley (80% Essential Living) | 1BR,1BA | $1,258 |
| The Folly Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| MAA Hampton Pointe | Rutledge | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| The Preserve at Essex Farms | *S2 - Studio, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,519 |
| Element Carolina Bay | A1 Rutledge | 1BR,1BA | $1,582 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| 17 South Apartments | A5 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,708 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC and Nearby
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.96 price per square foot Cottage C1 + Den Model at Hamlet Maybank - Homes & Townhomes for Rent in the in the Johns Island neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the Oak Model at Reve on the Creek starting at $2,351 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamlet Maybank - Homes & Townhomes for Rent | Cottage C1 + Den | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.96 |
| Reve on the Creek | Oak | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.83 |
| The Apartments at Shade Tree | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| 1000 West | Calhoun - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| The Folly Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Mulberry Pond | 1723 2 bed/1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
| 17 South Apartments | A5 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Palisades of Charleston | The Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| MAA Hampton Pointe | Rutledge | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Spanish Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKiawah Island, SC
Ranked #34
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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment is $1,175 at Spanish Oaks.
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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