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Rental Market Trends in Anderson, SC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Anderson, SC is $1,020/month.

Rent in Anderson is 39% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,020/month

Average Rent

702 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.2%

Change / Year

336

Available Apartments

Anderson rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Anderson average $731 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Anderson average $1,020 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Anderson average $1,172 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Anderson average $1,579 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$731/month
308 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,020/month
702 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,172/month
973 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,579/month
1,270 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,085/month
749 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,677/month
1,284 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,209/month
1,714 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,265/month
375 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,673/month
956 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Anderson, SC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $3 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Anderson, SC

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Anderson, SC
Percentage*
Rent Range
22% Below $700/month
31% $700 - $1,000/month
39% $1,001 - $1,500/month
8% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Anderson?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Anderson and Anderson Core" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Anderson.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Anderson
$1,272/month
687 Sq Ft
Anderson Core
$1,337/month
734 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Anderson?

Based on current rent prices, Anderson Core and Downtown Anderson" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Anderson.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Anderson Core
$1,337/month
734 Sq Ft
Downtown Anderson
$1,272/month
687 Sq Ft

Which Anderson neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Anderson with the most apartments available are Downtown Anderson and Anderson Core" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Anderson
$1,272/month
687 Sq Ft
Anderson Core
$1,337/month
734 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Anderson, SC?

Because the average rent in Anderson is $1,020, you’ll want to make about $3,400 per month or $40,800 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Anderson, SC is 9.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Anderson is 27.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $731 - $1,579. You can expect to pay 2.2% more for groceries, 8.7% less for utilities, and 3.3% less for transportation.

City

Anderson, SC

336 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Anderson, SC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Anderson, SC to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Downtown Anderson

Anderson, SC

Anderson Core

Anderson, SC

Studio
$731/month
-
One Bedroom
$1,011/month
$1,032/month
Two Bedroom
$1,153/month
$1,218/month
Three Bedroom
$1,598/month
$1,517/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Avg Rent: $673/month

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    Avg Rent: $1,231/month

Apartment Communities in Anderson We Think You'll Love

Streams at Battery Park

Streams at Battery Park

250 Battery Park Cir,
Anderson, SC 29621

1-3 Beds | $1,436 - $1,871

Copperleaf Townhomes

Copperleaf Townhomes

100 Copperleaf Ln,
Anderson, SC 29625

3 Beds | $1,799 - $1,849

Shockley Terrace

Shockley Terrace

20 Wren St,
Anderson, SC 29626

1-3 Beds | $897 - $1,239

Ashton Park Apartments

Ashton Park Apartments

50 Braeburn Dr,
Anderson, SC 29621

1-3 Beds | $1,272 - $1,636

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Anderson?

The average rent in Anderson is $1,020 per month, which is 38.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Anderson?

The average rent for a house in Anderson, SC is $1,677 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Anderson?

The average rent for a townhome in Anderson, SC is $1,265 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Anderson?

Rents in Anderson, SC are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $3 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Anderson?

In Anderson, SC, 39% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States South Carolina Anderson Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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