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Rental Market Trends in Mount Pleasant, SC

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Mount Pleasant, SC is $2,136/month.

Rent in Mount Pleasant is 28% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,136/month

Average Rent

782 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.2%

Change / Year

911

Available Apartments

Mount Pleasant rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Mount Pleasant average $1,800 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Mount Pleasant average $2,136 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Mount Pleasant average $2,618 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Mount Pleasant average $3,078 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,800/month
574 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,136/month
782 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,618/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,078/month
1,415 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,674/month
693 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,993/month
1,039 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,105/month
1,731 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,993/month
2,413 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,808/month
811 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,855/month
1,263 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Mount Pleasant, SC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $47 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Mount Pleasant, SC

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Mount Pleasant, SC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
16% $1,501 - $2,000/month
84% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant?

Based on current rent prices, Carolina Park is the most affordable neighborhood in Mount Pleasant.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Carolina Park
$2,038/month
816 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant?

Based on current rent prices, Carolina Park is the most expensive neighborhood in Mount Pleasant.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Carolina Park
$2,038/month
816 Sq Ft

Which Mount Pleasant neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Mount Pleasant with the most apartments available is Carolina Park .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Carolina Park
$2,038/month
816 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Mount Pleasant is $2,136, you’ll want to make about $7,120 per month or $85,440 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

Mount Pleasant, SC

911 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Mount Pleasant, 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

Carolina Park

Mount Pleasant, SC

Carolina Park

Mount Pleasant, SC

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$2,073/month
$2,073/month
Two Bedroom
$2,501/month
$2,501/month
Three Bedroom
$2,946/month
$2,946/month
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Apartment Communities in Mount Pleasant We Think You'll Love

Belle Hall

Belle Hall

1600 Belle Point Dr,
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

1-3 Beds | $2,083 - $3,012

Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes

Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes

1588 Bloom St,
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

1-2 Beds | $1,975 - $2,746

The Watch on Shem Creek

The Watch on Shem Creek

997 Johnnie Dodds Blvd,
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

1-2 Beds | $1,710 - $3,910

Society at Laurens

Society at Laurens

31 Laurens St,
Charleston, SC 29401

Studio - 3 Beds | $3,495 - $8,295

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Mount Pleasant?

The average rent in Mount Pleasant is $2,136 per month, which is 28.4% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Mount Pleasant?

The average rent for a house in Mount Pleasant, SC is $4,105 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Mount Pleasant?

The average rent for a condo in Mount Pleasant, SC is $2,808 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Mount Pleasant?

Rents in Mount Pleasant, SC are increasing, with prices up 2.2% year-over-year and $47 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, SC, 84% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States South Carolina Mount Pleasant 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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