1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC (23 Rentals)

Riverland Woods

Aspire at James Island

Avalon at James Island
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James Island, Charleston, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
James Island Studio Apartments | $2,832 | $1,575 | $6,951 |
James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $1,642 | $8,873 |
James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $1,832 | $10,000+ |
James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,606 | $1,699 | $5,620 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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Largest Available James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the James Island area of Charleston, SC is found at Riverland Woods and is listed at 865 square feet priced from $2,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 865 Sq Ft | $2,045 |
Avalon at James Island | A4 | 811 Sq Ft | $2,189 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 790 Sq Ft | $1,946 |
Aspire at James Island | A5 | 735 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | 712 Sq Ft | $1,897 |
Cheapest Available James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit James Island of Charleston, SC is the A5 Model starting from $1,750 at Aspire at James Island. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in James Island is currently $2,766. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
---|---|---|
Aspire at James Island | A5 | $1,750 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | $1,897 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | $1,946 |
Riverland Woods | Birchmore | $2,045 |
Avalon at James Island | A2 | $2,086 |
Getting Around the James Island Neighborhood in Charleston, SC
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
12 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 1 Bedroom James Island Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in James Island is $2,766.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom James Island Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in James Island is a 865 square feet unit starting from $2,045 at Riverland Woods.
What is the average size for James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in James Island is currently 770 sq ft.
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