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James Towne Village
3 Sawgrass RdCharleston, SC 29412
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the James Island Neighborhood of Charleston, SC from $400 (10 Rentals)
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Aspire at James Island
1743 Central Park RdCharleston, SC 29412
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Avalon at James Island
202 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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215 Promenade Vista StCharleston, SC 29412
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MAA James Island
550 Harbor Cove LnCharleston, SC 29412
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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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1755 Central Park Rd
CharlestonSC29412
Charleston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 | $2,870 | $1,575 | $5,521 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,596 | $1,585 | $8,839 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $1,555 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,132 | $1,876 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,900 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at James Towne Village priced from $1,555. The Standard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,670. Here are the most affordable James Island apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| The Standard | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,670 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,678 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.88 price per square foot Palmetto Model at Sawgrass Apartments in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $2,261. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Charthouse at James Island starting at $1,900 with a $1.87 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawgrass Apartments | Palmetto | 3BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Riverland Woods | Cedarcrest | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Avalon at James Island | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Aspire at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Spyglass Seaside | Kiawah | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| The Standard | The Stono | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
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 $1,670 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 $1,555 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 $1,876.
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