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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (20 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the James Island area of Charleston.
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from $2,0331 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverland Woods
1001 Riverland Woods PlCharleston, SC 29412
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from $1,575Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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from $1,884Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avalon at James Island
202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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from $1,6661 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
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from $2,025Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 25
The Standard
215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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from $1,8341 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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from $1,7551 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes
1150 Aruba CirCharleston, SC 29412
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from $2,4003 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 15
1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 1
1417 Rainbow RdCharleston, SC 29412
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James Island - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charleston
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Charleston by our Charleston, SC Local Expert Vickie Shivers. See how it ranks!
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Charleston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Charleston and the best places to live with original content written by our Charleston, SC Local Expert Vickie Shivers
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James Island, Charleston, SC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Island Studio Apartments | $2,880 | $1,575 | $6,798 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $1,666 | $8,234 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,073 | $1,668 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,701 | $3,953 |
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Cheapest Available James Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the James Island area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at James Towne Village priced from $1,666. Aspire at James Island has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,666 |
| Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,834 |
| Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Charthouse at James Island in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 2Bd 1bth Renovated Model at James Towne Village starting at $2,071 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the James Island neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for James Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| James Towne Village | 2Bd 1bth Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 2022 Wappoo Hall Rd, Unit 1A | 2022 Wappoo Hall Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
| Riverland Woods | Cedarcrest | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Folly | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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 Cheap James Island Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,666 at James Towne Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom James Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in James Island is starting from $1,666 at James Towne Village.
What is the most affordable James Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at James Towne Village and starts from $1,701.
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