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James Island, SC Local Guide

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 James Towne Village in the James Island neighborhood priced from $1,564. Stono Oaks in the Ardmore Sherwood Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,587. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
James Towne VillageTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,564
Stono OaksThe StonoStudio,1BA$1,587
MAA James IslandCooper1BR,1BA$1,618
18 Line St18 Line St2BR,1BA$1,625
The Islands Apartments and TownhomesThe Edisto Garden1BR,1BA$1,657

Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby

As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.46 price per square foot 602 Majestic Oak Dr Model at 602 Majestic Oak Dr in the in the James Island neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 1918 Weeping Cypress Dr Model at 1918 Weeping Cypress Dr starting at $2,755 with a $1.93 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
602 Majestic Oak Dr602 Majestic Oak Dr5BR,2.5BA$1.46
1918 Weeping Cypress Dr1918 Weeping Cypress Dr3BR,2.5BA$1.93
1510 Brookgreen Dr1510 Brookgreen Dr3BR,2.5BA$1.96
1926 Weeping Cypress Dr1926 Weeping Cypress Dr3BR,2.5BA$1.96
1087 Old Battery Cir1087 Old Battery Cir3BR,2BA$2.10
34 Mary St34 Mary St2BR,1BA$1.69
West Ashley Heights2A2BR,1.5BA$1.56
Charthouse at James Island2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.87
Mulberry Pond2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.89
The Islands Apartments and TownhomesThe Edisto Garden1BR,1BA$2.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about James Island

What type of rentals are currently available in James Island?

There are currently 339 Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC with pricing that ranges from $807 to $15,000. There are also 92 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James Island ranging from $1,395 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in James Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in James Island ranges from $1,395 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,921.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in James Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in James Island range from $1,750 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,830 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,544.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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