Waterleaf at Murrells Inlet
13 Muddy Bay Dr,
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
1-3 Beds | $1,593 - $2,127
Rental Market Trends in Murrells Inlet, SC
What is the average rent in Murrells Inlet, SC?
$1,509/month
Average Rent
701 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+1.6%
Increase in the Last Year
Murrells Inlet, SC Rental Market Overview
The average rent in Murrells Inlet, SC is $1,509 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,662/month, which means Murrells Inlet rent prices are 9% lower than the national average.
- Studio apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,458 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,509 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,869 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Murrells Inlet average $1,957 or more per month.
Data Updated: July 1, 2026
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How much has average rent changed in Murrells Inlet, SC?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $24 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Murrells Inlet, SC
Last Updated July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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Below $700/month
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$700 - $1,000/month
20%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
60%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
20%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
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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 $1,509, you’ll want to make about $5,030 per month or $60,360 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.
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.
Studio
$1,446/month
$1,446/month
One Bedroom
$1,442/month
$1,442/month
Two Bedroom
$1,779/month
$1,779/month
Three Bedroom
$2,015/month
$2,015/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Murrells Inlet?
The average rent in Murrells Inlet is $1,509 per month, which is 9.2% lower than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Murrells Inlet?
The average rent for a house in Murrells Inlet, SC is $2,341 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Murrells Inlet?
Rents in Murrells Inlet, SC are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $24 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Murrells Inlet?
In Murrells Inlet, SC, 60% 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.