Last updated October 14, 2026
Average Rent in South Carolina (2026)
Average rent across South Carolina is $2,111/mo as of October 2026, based on 1,751 units tracked daily across 9 cities and 90 apartment communities. Rents are down $60 (2.9%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $999 to $15,000.
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Source: Average Rent (average-rent.com), October 2026. Average Rent. (October 2026). Average Rent in South Carolina (2026). Retrieved from https://average-rent.com/state/south-carolina/rent-trends/ Source: <a href="https://average-rent.com/state/south-carolina/rent-trends/">Average Rent</a>, October 2026. Explore South Carolina Cities
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South Carolina Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerville | $1,833 | +$47 | 435 | $1,364 |
| Charleston | $2,528 | -$127 | 340 | $1,235 |
| Greenville | $1,897 | -$397 | 222 | $999 |
| North Charleston | $1,975 | -$6 | 203 | $1,050 |
| Columbia | $1,953 | -$64 | 169 | $1,200 |
| Rock Hill | $1,491 | -$25 | 140 | $1,160 |
| Mt Pleasant | $3,182 | -$516 | 132 | $1,875 |
| Mount Pleasant | $2,543 | +$43 | 85 | $1,788 |
| North Augusta | $1,670 | -$124 | 25 | $1,373 |
Which South Carolina Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across South Carolina cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 9 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in South Carolina
Across the 22 South Carolina buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $12M per month ($148M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.The Haven at Indigo Square | Mount Pleasant, SC | $1.0M/mo | 92% | 438 |
| 2.MAA 1201 Midtown | Mount Pleasant, SC | $1.0M/mo | 93% | 442 |
| 3.MAA Rivers Walk | Mt Pleasant, SC | $767K/mo | 94% | 348 |
| 4.Meeting Street Lofts | Charleston, SC | $745K/mo | 89% | 349 |
| 5.The Cooper | Mt Pleasant, SC | $720K/mo | 93% | 344 |
| 6.Avana Long Point | Mount Pleasant, SC | $693K/mo | 96% | 360 |
| 7.Riverland Woods | Charleston, SC | $632K/mo | 96% | 288 |
| 8.The Charleigh | Charleston, SC | $579K/mo | 95% | 200 |
| 9.Camellia at One Nexton | Summerville, SC | $572K/mo | 84% | 351 |
| 10.The Murray | Summerville, SC | $552K/mo | 94% | 345 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in South Carolina broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,775 | $1,305 | $4,125 | 170 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,928 | $999 | $7,580 | 720 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,333 | $1,100 | $15,000 | 647 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,562 | $1,300 | $4,230 | 132 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
South Carolina Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked South Carolina apartments.
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What is the average rent in South Carolina?
The average rent in South Carolina is $2,111 per month as of October 2026, based on 1,751 units tracked across 9 cities.
Which South Carolina city has the cheapest rent?
Rock Hill has the lowest average rent in South Carolina at $1,491 per month, with units starting from $1,160.
Are rents going up or down in South Carolina?
Rents in South Carolina have decreased by $60 (2.9%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in South Carolina?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in South Carolina is $1,928 per month, with 720 units available.
What is the most expensive city in South Carolina?
Mt Pleasant is the most expensive city in South Carolina with an average rent of $3,182 per month.
How many apartments are available in South Carolina?
We track 1,751 individual units across 90 apartment communities in 9 South Carolina cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in South Carolina?
The average studio apartment rent in South Carolina is $1,775 per month.
How often are South Carolina rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All South Carolina rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.