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James Island, SC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in James Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,215 | $1,695 | $5,800 |
| James Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,125 | $1,830 | $8,550 |
| James Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,206 | $2,875 | $6,750 |
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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 $1,523. 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 | $1,523 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $1,603 |
| Stono Oaks | The Stono | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| 35 Folly Apartments | 35F-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,733 |
| Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Mulberry Pond | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 511 Meeting | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| Sky Garden Apartments | 4 Bed 4 Bath B1 | 4BR,4BA | $1,799 |
| Bee Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC and Nearby
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the James Island area is the $1.20 price per square foot 10 Riverdale Dr Model at 10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B in the in the West Ashley neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value James Island apartment is the 2A Model at West Ashley Heights starting at $1,675 with a $1.56 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Riverdale Dr, Unit Apt B | 10 Riverdale Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 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 | $2.37 |
| The Islands Apartments and Townhomes | The Edisto Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| James Towne Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Aspire at James Island | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| MAA James Island | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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There are currently 321 Apartments for Rent in James Island, SC with pricing that ranges from $807 to $15,134. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James Island ranging from $1,600 to $8,550.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in James Island ranges from $1,600 to $8,550 with an average monthly rent of $3,382.
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 $1,840 to $15,134, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,830 to $8,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,485.
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