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Apartments for rent in James Island, SC

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See what James Island, SC has to offer.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About James Island

I love the animal live, deer, birds , hummingbirds. Across my road are horses. I like to garden. I do native gardening to help our Pollinators

I like the affordability of the area, so we are able to have a sizable yard, which is not common around here. It is close to downtown. I feel like the property value will increase.

People own unique pets such as chickens, a goat, and mini horses. A couple restaurants, movie theatre and a dock 5-10 minute walk away. I like going to watch the sunset on the water with my family

Quiet neighborhood with not much crime. Close to major roads so can get to west ash or downtown quickly

I like going to marino's pizza shop. It has great service and even better food. It has been handed down through generations.

What I like about my neighborhood is that is very quiet at night and safe for now and we love the area because of the nice view.

Who Lives Here

James Island Demographics

Education

High School

16%

Associate's

17%

Bachelor's

22%

Master's

9%

Doctorate

36%

Family Size

2 people

45%

3 people

26%

4 people

21%

5 people

6%

6+ people

2%

Household Income

0-50k

27%

50-100k

33%

100-150k

20%

150-200k

9%

200k+

11%

Age

0-10

11%

10-20

11%

20-45

33%

45-65

28%

65+

17%

Getting Around James Island

James Island Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

23%

15-30 Mins

45%

30-40 Mins

18%

40-60 Mins

12%

60+ Mins

3%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4545

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Percentage: 5353

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

What Renters Are Saying

James Island Features

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Near Schools

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 2 of 3 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

James Island Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in James Island

9/10

Mt. Pleasant Academy

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

9/10

Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

9/10

Harbor View Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

Sullivans Island Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Belle Hall Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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All About

Living in James Island, SC

A small city located in South Carolina, James Island has slightly less than 12,000 residents. Retirees will fit right in, as they make up 18% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults feature less prominently in the demographics. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just under 42, is older than most cities in South Carolina. Home ownership is more common than renting in the area, and 18% of residents rent. With an average rent of $1,242 a month, exceeding the state average by $335/month, relatively high rent costs may be a contributing factor in the higher levels of ownership.

James Island has an average commute time of about 25 minutes, shorter than nearly 70% of cities in South Carolina. Driving a car or truck is the prevailing means of commuting to work, selected by 51% of commuters, while public transit isn't widely used. A small percentage of residents walk to work.

Compared to the national average (7%), James Island has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees, as 12% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 23% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. If you're looking for career options, James Island has plenty. The five most common industries are healthcare, retail, entertainment, education, and scientific. Together, these industries account for 32% of the city's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many workers in these industries are in management, making it the top profession in the city. With an average annual income of nearly $91K, James Island workers earn about $28,000 more than the average South Carolina resident. James Island's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

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