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Rental Market Trends in Pawleys Island, SC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Pawleys Island, SC is $1,188/month.

Rent in Pawleys Island is 29% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,188/month

Average Rent

671 Sq Ft

Average Size

-4.6%

Change / Year

27

Available Apartments

Pawleys Island rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Pawleys Island average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Pawleys Island average $1,188 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Pawleys Island average $1,389 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Pawleys Island average $1,734 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,188/month
671 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,389/month
916 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,734/month
1,184 Sq Ft
View Pawleys Island Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Pawleys Island, SC?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 4.6%, which averages out to $54 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Pawleys Island, SC

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

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

Because the average rent in Pawleys Island is $1,188, you’ll want to make about $3,960 per month or $47,520 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

Pawleys Island, SC

27 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Pawleys Island, 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

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Apartment Communities in Pawleys Island We Think You'll Love

Litchfield Oaks Apartments

Litchfield Oaks Apartments

5 Ashcraft Cir,
Pawleys Island, SC 29585

1-3 Beds | $1,480 - $2,042

110 N Boyle Dr

110 N Boyle Dr

110 N Boyle Dr,
Pawleys Island, SC 29585

5 Beds | $13,365

178 Beaver Pond Loop

178 Beaver Pond Loop

178 Beaver Pond Loop,
Pawleys Island, SC 29585

3 Beds | $1,800

58 Safe Harbor Ave

58 Safe Harbor Ave

58 Safe Harbor Ave,
Pawleys Island, SC 29585

3 Beds | $3,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Pawleys Island?

The average rent in Pawleys Island is $1,188 per month, which is 28.6% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Pawleys Island?

Rents in Pawleys Island, SC are decreasing, with prices down 4.6% year-over-year and $54 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Pawleys Island?

In Pawleys Island, SC, 100% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States South Carolina Pawleys Island 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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