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Rental Market Trends in Lancaster, SC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Lancaster, SC is $792/month.

Rent in Lancaster is 52% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$792/month

Average Rent

863 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.3%

Change / Year

21

Available Apartments

Lancaster rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lancaster average $807 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lancaster average $792 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lancaster average $898 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lancaster average $1,053 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$807/month
500 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$792/month
863 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$898/month
988 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,053/month
1,280 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,184/month
726 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,041/month
1,497 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lancaster, SC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.3%, which averages out to $27 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lancaster, SC

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lancaster, SC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
100% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Lancaster is $792, you’ll want to make about $2,640 per month or $31,680 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

Lancaster, SC

21 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Lancaster, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Waxhaw

    Waxhaw

    Avg Rent: $1,570/month

  • Fort Mill

    Fort Mill

    Avg Rent: $1,432/month

  • Indian Land

    Indian Land

    Avg Rent: $1,548/month

Apartment Communities in Lancaster We Think You'll Love

Sycamore Run Apartments

Sycamore Run Apartments

3038 Miller St,
Lancaster, SC 29720

2-3 Beds | $1,104 - $1,572

40250 Crooked Stick Ln

40250 Crooked Stick Ln

40250 Crooked Stick Ln,
Lancaster, SC 29720

3 Beds | $2,200

1013 Double Oak Rd

1013 Double Oak Rd

1013 Double Oak Rd,
Lancaster, SC 29720

3 Beds | $1,600

1429 Williams Estate Dr

1429 Williams Estate Dr

1429 Williams Estate Dr,
Lancaster, SC 29720

2 Beds | $1,650

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lancaster?

The average rent in Lancaster is $792 per month, which is 52.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Lancaster?

The average rent for a house in Lancaster, SC is $2,041 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lancaster?

Rents in Lancaster, SC are increasing, with prices up 3.3% year-over-year and $27 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, SC, 100% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States South Carolina Lancaster 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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