Cheap Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC from $400 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in James Island.
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Mulberry Place Apartments
![Aspire at James Island](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/8Zojre3WOX_G5CwsCb8Fr60XgDR-cCEmjZBCvpBC8oY/117/image.jpg?p=1)
Aspire at James Island
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Sawgrass Apartments
![The Standard](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/p-4TENlxYTHj78tE9UG3_XU4i4zI6q_xThaNcC9RxHI/117/image.jpg?p=1)
The Standard
![The Islands Apartments and Townhomes](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/qjoHGX_idYcVYDXJOvfk6E_ANuT1oufh0etlQjOj-Mw/117/image.jpg?p=1)
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes
![MAA James Island](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/yPqOi6YPCa7dxnyTRThXkz9Zy9jkymRczEr09-sxjxw/117/image.jpg?p=1)
MAA James Island
![Stono Oaks](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/KkMqbQwAdV8ASE31Wnui2nsUMDOqObESl3xr63gbg0I/117/image.jpg?p=1)
Stono Oaks
![511 Meeting](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/h71RH8PkeEheUqZyB2dCkJpIadGs2tCkgSYGQeeFz8k/117/image.jpg?p=1)
511 Meeting
![1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 2](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/sacIw9C4YO6XPL6U6hsx9-BC8H8mdrjyA7DinRSCfNs/117/image.jpg?p=1)
1417 Rainbow Rd, Unit 2
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 |
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James Island Studio Apartments | $2,792 | $1,575 | $7,306 |
James Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,157 | $1,585 | $7,114 |
James Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,282 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
James Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,870 | $1,659 | $10,000+ |
James Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,569 | $9,200 |
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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. Aspire at James Island in the James Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. 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 (SPECIAL $200 OFF) | 2BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
The Standard | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,703 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of February 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.18 price per square foot Hobcaw Model at 400 Meeting in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Mulberry Place Apartments starting at $1,799 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the West Ashley 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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400 Meeting | Hobcaw | 4BR,4BA | $1.18 |
Mulberry Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
Sawgrass Apartments | Sawgrass | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
West Ashley Heights | 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
Charthouse at James Island | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Riverland Woods | Oakton | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Avalon at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
Aspire at James Island | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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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 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 The Standard listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom James Island Apartment is $1,700 at Aspire at 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 Mulberry Place Apartments and starts from $1,799.
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