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Kiawah Island, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kiawah Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kiawah Island, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Jaunt in the West Ashley neighborhood priced from $1,288. Spanish Oaks in the West Ashley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,316. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kiawah Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The JauntKiawah2BR,1BA$1,288
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,316
West WindThe Sailfish1BR,1BA$1,365
1000 WestRadcliffe1BR,1BA$1,500
17 South ApartmentsS1 - Studio, One BathroomStudio,1BA$1,515
The Heyward ApartmentsThe Porgy1BR,1BA$1,571
Palisades of CharlestonThe Ashley1BR,1BA$1,575
Preserve at Essex FarmsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,579
Bluewater at Boltons LandingA21BR,1BA$1,613
MAA Hampton PointeRutledge1BR,1BA$1,618

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

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kiawah Island area is the $1.76 price per square foot Palmetto Model at Reve on the Creek in the in the Hunt Club neighborhood starting from $2,490. The second greatest value Kiawah Island apartment is the 2AR 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 Kiawah Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reve on the CreekPalmetto3BR,2.5BA$1.76
West Ashley Heights2AR2BR,1.5BA$1.56
The Apartments at Shade TreeB12BR,2BA$1.70
Charthouse at James Island2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.87
Mulberry Pond2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Palisades of CharlestonThe Cooper1BR,1BA$1.83
Preserve at Essex FarmsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.84
1000 WestRadcliffe1BR,1BA$1.94
Spanish Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.87
The JauntCooper1BR,1BA$1.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kiawah Island, SC

Ranked #16

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Kiawah Island, SC

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kiawah Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kiawah Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kiawah Island is at 17 South Apartments listed at $1,515.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment is $1,291 at The Jaunt.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kiawah Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kiawah Island is starting from $1,288 at The Jaunt.

What is the most affordable Kiawah Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kiawah Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at James Towne Village and starts from $1,699.

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