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Rental Market Trends in Mount Pleasant, SC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Mount Pleasant, SC is $2,135/month.

Rent in Mount Pleasant is 28% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,135/month

Average Rent

782 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

586

Available Apartments

Mount Pleasant rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Mount Pleasant average $1,846 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Mount Pleasant average $2,135 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Mount Pleasant average $2,552 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Mount Pleasant average $3,101 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,846/month
574 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,135/month
782 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,552/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,101/month
1,416 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,066/month
860 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,358/month
1,811 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,703/month
2,702 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,279/month
860 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,668/month
1,065 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,130/month
1,386 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,477/month
1,237 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,447/month
1,785 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Mount Pleasant, SC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $46 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Mount Pleasant, SC

September 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
19% $1,501 - $2,000/month
81% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

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
$2,049/month
811 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
$2,049/month
811 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
$2,049/month
811 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 $2,135, you’ll want to make about $7,116 per month or $85,392 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

586 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
$2,017/month
$2,017/month
Two Bedroom
$2,474/month
$2,474/month
Three Bedroom
$2,992/month
$2,992/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Daniel Island

    Daniel Island

    Avg Rent: $2,446/month

  • Charleston

    Charleston

    Avg Rent: $1,933/month

  • Hanahan

    Hanahan

    Avg Rent: $1,227/month

  • Goose Creek

    Goose Creek

    Avg Rent: $1,295/month

  • North Charleston

    North Charleston

    Avg Rent: $1,468/month

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 | $2,119 - $2,952

Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes

Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes

1588 Bloom St,
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

1-2 Beds | $2,085 - $3,646

The Watch on Shem Creek

The Watch on Shem Creek

997 Johnnie Dodds Blvd,
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

1-2 Beds | $1,725 - $3,090

Society at Laurens

Society at Laurens

31 Laurens St,
Charleston, SC 29401

Studio - 3 Beds | $3,135 - $6,745

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Mount Pleasant?

The average rent in Mount Pleasant is $2,135 per month, which is 28.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.

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

The average rent for a house in Mount Pleasant, SC is $4,358 per month.

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

The average rent for a townhome in Mount Pleasant, SC is $2,477 per month.

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

The average rent for a condo in Mount Pleasant, SC is $2,279 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Mount Pleasant?

Rents in Mount Pleasant, SC are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $46 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, SC, 81% 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 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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