Waterleaf at Murrells Inlet
13 Muddy Bay Dr,
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
1-3 Beds | $1,534 - $2,130
Rental Market Trends in Murrells Inlet, SC
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Murrells Inlet, SC is $1,481/month.
Rent in Murrells Inlet is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,481/month
Average Rent
701 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.3%
Change / Year
122
Available Apartments
Murrells Inlet rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,467 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,481 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,875 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,933 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Murrells Inlet, SC?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.3%, which averages out to $4 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Murrells Inlet, SC
August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
20%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
40%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Murrells Inlet?
Based on current rent prices, South Myrtle Beach is the most affordable neighborhood in Murrells Inlet.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Murrells Inlet?
Based on current rent prices, South Myrtle Beach is the most expensive neighborhood in Murrells Inlet.
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Which Murrells Inlet neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Murrells Inlet with the most apartments available is South Myrtle Beach .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Because the average rent in Murrells Inlet is $1,481, you’ll want to make about $4,936 per month or $59,232 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.
How does Murrells Inlet, SC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Murrells Inlet, 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 Murrells Inlet Area GuideStudio
$1,459/month
$1,459/month
One Bedroom
$1,439/month
$1,439/month
Two Bedroom
$1,774/month
$1,774/month
Three Bedroom
$2,000/month
$2,000/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Murrells Inlet?
The average rent in Murrells Inlet is $1,481 per month, which is 11.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Murrells Inlet?
The average rent for a house in Murrells Inlet, SC is $2,085 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Murrells Inlet?
Rents in Murrells Inlet, SC are decreasing, with prices down 0.3% year-over-year and $4 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Murrells Inlet?
In Murrells Inlet, SC, 40% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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 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.