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James Island is a large triangular sea island that is framed by Wappoo Creek and Charleston Harbor on the north, Morris Island and Folly Beach on the east, and the Stono River and Johns Island on the west.

During the 19th century, plantations were built on James Island, along with the village of Secessionville, a summer retreat for plantation owners. The first shots of the Civil War were fired from the island's Fort Johnson onto Fort Sumter in 1861.

All but a handful of houses were destroyed during the war, and the island reverted to a rural farming area, much like its neighbor, Johns Island. Laced with creeks, and affording some spectacular views of Charleston, James Island became somewhat of a real estate secret just off Charleston Harbor.

The island began experiencing renewed growth during the 20th century, but the opening of the James Island Expressway in 1993 suddenly made James Island and the other islands west of Charleston prime locations for new development. Today many business and residential areas cover James Island, making it a popular place for a family-oriented lifestyle in close proximity to the city. The island's wide variety of housing options draws people from all walks of life.

James Island has all the conveniences and most of the pleasures of a larger city. There are many options for dining and shopping, as well as various recreational outlets.

Recently, James Island residents voted to incorporate as a town, but it is unclear whether the vote will stand because of legal questions being raised by the city of Charleston.