Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC from $900 (29 Rentals)

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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 The Jaunt in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,028. Spanish Oaks in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,341. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The JauntCooper1BR,1BA$1,028
Spanish Oaks2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,341
17 South ApartmentsS2 - Studio, One BathroomStudio,1BA$1,419
Castlewood TownhousesSmall Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,426
West WindThe Sailfish1BR,1BA$1,538
Palisades of CharlestonThe Ashley1BR,1BA$1,575
Preserve at Essex FarmsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,579
MAA Hampton PointeRutledge1BR,1BA$1,598
Satori West AshleyA11BR,1BA$1,619
The Heyward ApartmentsThe Bess1BR,1BA$1,651

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

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.56 price per square foot Palmetto Model at Reve on the Creek in the in the Hunt Club neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the Garden Apartment Model at Castlewood Townhouses starting at $1,426 with a $1.32 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 CreekPalmetto3BR,2.5BA$1.56
Castlewood TownhousesGarden Apartment2BR,1BA$1.32
West Ashley Heights2AR2BR,1.5BA$1.56
The Apartments at Shade TreeB12BR,2BA$1.64
Mulberry PondTownhome 2 bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.81
Charthouse at James Island2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.87
Spanish Oaks2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.49
Palisades of CharlestonThe Cooper1BR,1BA$1.83
Preserve at Essex FarmsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.84
The JauntCooper1BR,1BA$1.58

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kiawah Island, SC

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Kiawah Island, SC

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $1,419.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment is $1,028 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 $1,297 at The Jaunt.

What is the most affordable Kiawah Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kiawah Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Jaunt and starts from $1,690.

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