
Cheap Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC from $400 (17 Rentals)
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70 Radcliffe St

35 Folly Apartments

Aspire at James Island

Mulberry Place Apartments

MAA James Island

18 Nassau St

Stono Oaks
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James Island, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in James Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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James Island Studio Apartments | $2,719 | $1,450 | $7,721 |
James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $1,558 | $10,000+ |
James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,286 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,074 | $1,799 | $10,000+ |
James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,579 | $8,900 |
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Cheapest Available James Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in James Island, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at West Ashley Heights in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,395. 35 Folly Apartments in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,538. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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West Ashley Heights | 2A - SPECIALS | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,538 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,673 |
Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,692 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.48 price per square foot 602 Majestic Oak Dr Model at 602 Majestic Oak Dr in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $3,930. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 1910 Weeping Cypress Dr Model at 1910 Weeping Cypress Dr starting at $3,205 with a $1.47 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. |
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602 Majestic Oak Dr | 602 Majestic Oak Dr | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.48 |
1910 Weeping Cypress Dr | 1910 Weeping Cypress Dr | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.47 |
1918 Weeping Cypress Dr | 1918 Weeping Cypress Dr | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
1510 Brookgreen Dr | 1510 Brookgreen Dr | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.93 |
1926 Weeping Cypress Dr | 1926 Weeping Cypress Dr | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
400 Meeting | Hobcaw | 4BR,4BA | $1.18 |
34 Mary St | 34 Mary St | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Sawgrass Apartments | Palmetto | 3BR,2BA | $1.88 |
West Ashley Heights | 2A - SPECIALS | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap James Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in James Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in James Island is at Stono Oaks listed at $1,692.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,558 at 35 Folly Apartments.
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 $1,395 at West Ashley Heights.
What is the most affordable James Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap James Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sawgrass Apartments and starts from $2,253.
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