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Charleston, SC 29403
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Rental Market Trends in Charleston, SC
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Charleston, SC is $1,939/month.
Rent in Charleston is 17% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,939/month
Average Rent
772 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3.7%
Change / Year
2,767
Available Apartments
Charleston rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Charleston average $1,856 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Charleston average $1,939 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Charleston average $2,148 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Charleston average $2,698 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Charleston, SC?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3.7%, which averages out to $73 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Charleston, SC
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
41%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Charleston?
Based on current rent prices, West Ashley, Moreland and North Daniel Island are the most affordable neighborhoods in Charleston.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Charleston?
Based on current rent prices, Charlestowne, Harleston Village and Charleston City Market are the most expensive neighborhoods in Charleston.
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Which Charleston neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Charleston with the most apartments available are West Ashley, Downtown Charleston and North Daniel Island .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Charleston, SC?
Because the average rent in Charleston is $1,939, you’ll want to make about $6,463 per month or $77,556 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 Charleston, SC is 4.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Charleston is 5.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,856 - $2,698. You can expect to pay 2.8% more for groceries, 1.3% more for utilities, and 6.9% less for transportation.
How does Charleston, SC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Charleston, 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.
View the Charleston Area GuideStudio
$1,292/month
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One Bedroom
$1,571/month
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Two Bedroom
$1,753/month
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Three Bedroom
$2,193/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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Hanahan
Avg Rent: $1,227/month
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North Charleston
Avg Rent: $1,468/month
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Daniel Island
Avg Rent: $2,446/month
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Johns Island
Avg Rent: $1,927/month
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Mount Pleasant
Avg Rent: $2,154/month
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Goose Creek
Avg Rent: $1,295/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Charleston?
The average rent in Charleston is $1,939 per month, which is 16.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Charleston?
The average rent for a house in Charleston, SC is $3,253 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Charleston?
The average rent for a townhome in Charleston, SC is $2,410 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Charleston?
The average rent for a condo in Charleston, SC is $2,110 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Charleston?
Rents in Charleston, SC are increasing, with prices up 3.7% year-over-year and $73 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Charleston?
In Charleston, SC, 41% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.