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Summerville, SC 29486
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Summerville
Summerville, SC
Area Guide
Experience peak Southern charm in this Charleston suburb.
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Welcome to Summerville, South Carolina, known as "Flowertown in the Pines." Located in the Charleston metropolitan area, Summerville combines historic architecture with tree-lined streets and well-maintained parks. Rental options include garden-style apartments and newer residential communities, with current average rents around $1,465 for one-bedroom units. The rental market offers various options from studios starting at $1,474 to four-bedroom homes at $2,399. Notable areas include the historic downtown district, with its walkable streets and local shops, and the Nexton area's contemporary residential communities.
Summerville's connection to nature runs deep, highlighted by its historic 1847 law protecting pine trees – the first such legislation in the nation. The town's motto, "Sacra Pinus Esto" (The Pine is Sacred), reflects this heritage. Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site and Azalea Park offer outdoor recreation opportunities, while the annual Flowertown Festival, South Carolina's largest arts and crafts festival, transforms the town each spring. Downtown Summerville features locally-owned shops and restaurants along Main Street and Short Central Avenue. Located 24 miles northwest of Charleston, Summerville provides easy access to Interstate 26 for commuters. The town offers healthcare options through Summerville Medical Center and MUSC Health facilities.
Rent Trends
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Summerville, SC is $1,420 for a studio, $1,445 for one bedroom, $1,711 for two bedrooms, and $2,212 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Summerville has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,445/month
763 Sq Ft
House
$2,391/month
1,950 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,102/month
1,371 Sq Ft
Transportation
35
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.
38
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
Public
Grades PK-5
1,133 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,101 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
914 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
576 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
858 Students
Rollings Middle School Of The Arts
Public
Grades 6-8
799 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
950 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
1,487 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
822 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
850 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,542 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,308 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,158 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site
- North Charleston Wannamaker County Park
- Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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.