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Rental Market Trends in Irmo, SC

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Irmo, SC is $1,434/month.

Rent in Irmo is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,434/month

Average Rent

795 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.5%

Change / Year

395

Available Apartments

Irmo rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Irmo average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Irmo average $1,434 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Irmo average $1,663 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Irmo average $1,982 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,434/month
795 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,663/month
1,135 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,982/month
1,398 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,484/month
1,166 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,882/month
1,471 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,399/month
2,155 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Irmo, SC?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $7 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Irmo, SC

August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Irmo, SC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
75% $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 Irmo?

Based on current rent prices, Northwest Columbia is the most affordable neighborhood in Irmo.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Northwest Columbia
$1,480/month
811 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Irmo?

Based on current rent prices, Northwest Columbia is the most expensive neighborhood in Irmo.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Northwest Columbia
$1,480/month
811 Sq Ft

Which Irmo neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Irmo with the most apartments available is Northwest Columbia .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Northwest Columbia
$1,480/month
811 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Irmo is $1,434, you’ll want to make about $4,780 per month or $57,360 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.

City

Irmo, SC

395 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Irmo, 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.

Apartment Averages

Northwest Columbia

Irmo, SC

Northwest Columbia

Irmo, SC

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,435/month
$1,435/month
Two Bedroom
$1,660/month
$1,660/month
Three Bedroom
$1,982/month
$1,982/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Lexington

    Lexington

    Avg Rent: $1,337/month

  • West Columbia

    West Columbia

    Avg Rent: $1,355/month

  • Cayce

    Cayce

    Avg Rent: $1,561/month

Apartment Communities in Irmo We Think You'll Love

Palisades at Ballentine

Palisades at Ballentine

114 Ballentine Crossing Ln,
Irmo, SC 29063

1-3 Beds | $1,315 - $1,965

Wellspring Apartments

Wellspring Apartments

500 Harbison Blvd,
Columbia, SC 29212

1-3 Beds | $1,546 - $1,745

Grandview at Lake Murray

Grandview at Lake Murray

2170 N Lake Dr,
Columbia, SC 29212

1-3 Beds | $1,500 - $2,925

Station at Lake Murray

Station at Lake Murray

2235 Lake Murray Blvd,
Columbia, SC 29212

1-2 Beds | $1,699 - $1,934

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Irmo?

The average rent in Irmo is $1,434 per month, which is 13.8% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Irmo?

The average rent for a house in Irmo, SC is $1,882 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Irmo?

Rents in Irmo, SC are decreasing, with prices down 0.5% year-over-year and $7 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Irmo?

In Irmo, SC, 75% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States South Carolina Irmo 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 June 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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