
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC (88 Rentals)


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The Standard

Aspire at James Island

511 Meeting

The Jasper

The Islands Apartments and Townhomes

128 Wentworth St, Unit Newly Renovated Unit

54 Wentworth St, Unit 9

63 Rutledge Ave, Unit 01

1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 2

148 St Philip St

14 Lockwood Dr

259 E Bay St

1674 Folly Rd

202 Promenade Vista St

9 West St

1 E Battery

235 King St
James Island, 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 | $2,739 | $1,450 | $7,306 |
James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,136 | $1,585 | $10,000+ |
James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,301 | $1,355 | $10,000+ |
James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,993 | $1,840 | $10,000+ |
James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,579 | $8,900 |
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Largest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is found at Society at Ansonborough in the North Central neighborhood and is 1,111 square feet priced from $5,325. Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 996 square feet and currently listed start at $2,830. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in James Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Society at Ansonborough | A23 | 1,111 Sq Ft | $5,325 |
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 996 Sq Ft | $2,830 |
The Charleigh | A1K | 888 Sq Ft | $2,772 |
Riverland Woods | Birchmore | 865 Sq Ft | $1,904 |
Spyglass Seaside | Edisto | 853 Sq Ft | $2,073 |
The Standard | The Folly | 848 Sq Ft | $1,905 |
Stono Oaks | The Santee | 763 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
Cheapest Available James Island and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in James Island, SC is the The Edisto Garden Model starting from $1,662 at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes in the James Island neighborhood. The second most affordable James Island 1 Bedroom is the A5 Model at Aspire at James Island starting at $1,700 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in James Island is currently $3,136. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in James Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | $1,662 |
Aspire at James Island | A5 | $1,700 |
35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | $1,719 |
Stono Oaks | The Broad | $1,735 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | $1,773 |
Riverland Woods | Birchmore | $1,904 |
The Standard | The Folly | $1,905 |
511 Meeting | 1B | $1,970 |
Spyglass Seaside | Folly | $1,998 |
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Getting Around James Island, SC
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
13 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom James Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in James Island with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in James Island is at The Islands Apartments and Townhomes listed at $1,662.
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 $3,136.
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 1,111 square feet unit starting from $5,325 at Society at Ansonborough.
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 534 sq ft.
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