Goose Creek

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Goose Creek, SC

Area Guide

Enjoy Lowcountry charm in this Charleston suburb

River Wooded Hiking Family-Friendly Great Location

Located in Berkeley County, Goose Creek combines residential comfort with convenient amenities. This South Carolina city, where tree-lined streets meet established neighborhoods, offers renters a peaceful suburban setting near Charleston. Current rental rates average $1,273 for one-bedroom units and $1,491 for two-bedroom homes, making it an affordable alternative within the Charleston metropolitan area.

The city's rich history dates back to the 1670s, and landmarks like St. James Church, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserve this heritage. Naval Weapons Station Charleston maintains a significant presence in the community. Crowfield Plantation features walking trails and a golf course, while St. James Avenue hosts shopping centers and restaurants. With over 45,000 residents, Goose Creek balances growth with green space preservation, offering parks and outdoor recreation areas throughout the community.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Goose Creek, SC is $1,292 for one bedroom, $1,498 for two bedrooms, and $1,822 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Goose Creek has decreased by -0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,292/month
707 Sq Ft
House
$2,341/month
1,561 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,017/month
1,126 Sq Ft
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Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

45

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Marrington Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

430 Students

Boulder Bluff Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

633 Students

Howe Hall AIMS Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

418 Students

Mount Holly Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

555 Students

Goose Creek Primary School

Public

Grades PK-5

945 Students

Marrington Middle School Of The Arts

Public

Grades 6-8

400 Students

Westview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

886 Students

Sedgefield Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

986 Students

Stratford High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,653 Students

Goose Creek High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,981 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • North Charleston Wannamaker County Park
  • Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site
  • Cypress Gardens
  • Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

Airports

  • Charleston AFB/International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.