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James Island, 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 | $2,619 | $1,575 | $6,707 |
| James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,204 | $807 | $8,812 |
| James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,235 | $1,840 | $10,000+ |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $1,485 | $7,900 |
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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 $1,475. James Towne Village in the James Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ashley Heights | 2AR | 2BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| James Towne Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,566 |
| Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,606 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,668 |
| Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,747 |
| Mulberry Pond | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,756 |
| Riverland Woods | Ashford | 2BR,2BA | $1,771 |
| Avalon at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,791 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2A Model at West Ashley Heights in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,675. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ashley Heights | 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Mulberry Pond | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| 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 | $2.22 |
| Avalon at James Island | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 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 | $2.34 |
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Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
13 / 100
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It may be possible to get on a bus
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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 $1,606.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,668 at MAA James Island.
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 $1,475 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 James Towne Village and starts from $2,044.
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