Apartments for Rent in Sumter SC
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Sumter Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,213/mo
Up 3% From Last Year
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Explore Rent Prices Near Sumter, SC
Sumter, SC’s average rent price is $1,240 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
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| Elgin | $1,358 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Sumter, SC Apartments for Rent
Set between Columbia and the Pee Dee, Sumter offers parks, history, and everyday convenience within easy reach. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Sumter, you'll discover options close to downtown landmarks like the Sumter Opera House and the lakeside paths at Swan Lake Iris Gardens. Getting around is simple: Shaw Air Force Base is about a 15–20-minute drive from most in-town neighborhoods, I-95 is roughly a half hour away, and trips to Columbia or Florence typically take under an hour via US 378/76 and US 76.
Popular places to live include Downtown/Main Street for walkable dining, local shops, and live performances at the Opera House; the Sumter Historic District and South Sumter Historic District for tree-lined streets and classic architecture; the Alice Drive and Broad Street corridor for easy shopping (including Sumter Mall) and quick base access; the University area near USC Sumter, Morris College, and Patriot Hall; the Loring Mill area on the northwest side for a quieter setting with simple routes to Manchester State Forest; east-side Mulberry for a straight shot toward Florence and I-95; and South Sumter/Pocalla for fast links to US 521 and major employers. For location-based searches, try apartments near Swan Lake Iris Gardens or rentals close to Shaw Air Force Base—and you'll also be near weekend getaways at Poinsett State Park and the Palmetto Tennis Center.
Sumter, SC Rental Insights
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The average rent in Sumter, SC is $1,213 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in Sumter, SC is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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The cost of living in Sumter, SC is 10.2% lower than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost less than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Sumter, SC as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $59,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $8,004/year for groceries, $12,144 for goods and services, and $13,176/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Sumter, SC by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 273 Sumter apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Sumter, SC has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.