Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kiawah Island, SC from $1,000 (37 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at West Wind in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,126. Spanish Oaks in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West WindThe Sailfish1BR,1BA$1,126
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1,300
MAA Hampton PointeRutledge1BR,1BA$1,463
Bluewater at Bolton's LandingCaribbean1BR,1BA$1,490
The Ashley ApartmentsMURRAY1BR,1BA$1,527
The Apartments at Shade TreeA21BR,1BA$1,530
Element Carolina BayA2 Bowen1BR,1BA$1,537
Crowne at Live Oak SquareAshby1BR,1BA$1,561
17 South ApartmentsB2 - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,579

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

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.55 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated Model at Mulberry Place Apartments in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,989. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the Oak Model at Reve on the Creek starting at $2,099 with a $1.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mulberry Place Apartments3 Bedroom Townhome - Renovated3BR,1.5BA$1.55
Reve on the CreekOak2BR,2.5BA$1.63
The Folly Townhomes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.45
The Islands Apartments and TownhomesThe Folly Garden2BR,2BA$1.80
Mulberry Pond1735 2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.81
17 South ApartmentsB1 - Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.57
Forest at Fenwick2x2 Classic Unit2BR,2BA$1.84
The Heyward ApartmentsThe Kittiwah2BR,1BA$1.86
The JauntAshley1BR,1BA$1.73
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.67

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kiawah Island, SC

Ranked #41

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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 The Standard listed at $1,600.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment is $1,126 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 $1,169 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 $1,514.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.