Average Rent in Charleston, SC
What is the average rent in Charleston, SC?
The average listed apartment rent in Charleston, SC is $2,560 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 380 priced apartments in 18 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 3, 2026 through November 9, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
18 apartment buildings, 380 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Charleston, SCCheapest
$1,355/mo
400 Meeting
Properties
18
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380
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Charleston, SC Rent Prices
All 18 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
400 Meeting
400 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Meeting Street Lofts
601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Hoffler Place
595 King St Suite 131, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Overlook Point
174 Overlook Pt Pl, Charleston, SC 29492, USA
The Boulevard Apartments
725 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
Foundry Point
6 Huguenin Ave, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Atlantic Nowell Creek
405 Intertidal Dr, Charleston, SC 29492, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 400 Meeting 400 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA | $1,355 | $1,429 | $4.76/ft² | 4.1 (108) | 6 |
| 2 | Meeting Street Lofts 601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA | $1,440 | $2,205 | $3.07/ft² | 3.9 (235) | 41 |
| 3 | Hoffler Place 595 King St Suite 131, Charleston, SC 29403, USA | $1,500 as of Oct 20 | $1,525 | $1.07/ft² | 4.4 (235) | 2 |
| 4 | Overlook Point 174 Overlook Pt Pl, Charleston, SC 29492, USA | $1,567 | $1,847 | $1.82/ft² | 4.6 (266) | 16 |
| 5 | The Boulevard Apartments 725 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA | $1,594 | $2,184 | $3.03/ft² | 4.2 (294) | 40 |
| 6 | Foundry Point 6 Huguenin Ave, Charleston, SC 29403, USA | $1,718 | $2,186 | $2.53/ft² | 4.1 (164) | 33 |
| 7 | Atlantic Nowell Creek 405 Intertidal Dr, Charleston, SC 29492, USA | $1,750 | $2,831 | $2.71/ft² | 5 (103) | 62 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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400 Meeting
4.1 (108)400 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Meeting Street Lofts
3.9 (235)601 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Hoffler Place
4.4 (235)595 King St Suite 131, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
Overlook Point
4.6 (266)174 Overlook Pt Pl, Charleston, SC 29492, USA
The Boulevard Apartments
4.2 (294)725 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
Foundry Point
4.1 (164)6 Huguenin Ave, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
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Charleston, SC neighborhoods
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Charleston, SC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Charleston, SC is $2,560 per month, based on 380 units across 18 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,355 at 400 Meeting to $6,548 at The Guild Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,986/mo | $1,440/mo | 77 |
| 1 Bed | $2,280/mo | $1,600/mo | 137 |
| 2 Bed | $3,045/mo | $1,913/mo | 133 |
| 3 Bed | $3,517/mo | $2,108/mo | 26 |
| 4 Bed | $1,429/mo | $1,355/mo | 6 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Building Economics
How much do Charleston, SC apartments earn?
The 7 buildings we can estimate generate about $3.7M in rental revenue per month ($45M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Meeting Street Lofts | $637K/mo | $2,205 / $2,069 | 88% | 349 |
| 2.Riverland Woods | $626K/mo | $2,222 / $2,251 | 97% | 288 |
| 3.Caroline Apartments | $616K/mo | $2,855 / $2,740 | 95% | 237 |
| 4.Overlook Point | $500K/mo | $1,847 / $1,872 | 94% | 283 |
| 5.The Charleigh | $465K/mo | $2,992 / $2,475 | 94% | 200 |
| 2 more estimated buildings | $874K/mo |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Charleston, SC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Charleston, SC averages $2,280/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,045/mo. At the local median household income of $90,038, that works out to 34% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Charleston, SC at $1,632/mo. The current tracked market average runs 57% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Charleston, SC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Charleston, SC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$102,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,560/mo.
Comfortable income
$123,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,355/mo), you need to earn at least $54,000/year.
Median household income in Charleston, SC is $90,038 , about 27% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Charleston, SC
Overall prices in Charleston, SC runs above the national average by about 1% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 101.1, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Charleston, SC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,560 |
| Utilities | $530 |
| Groceries | $518 |
| Transportation | $1,264 |
| Healthcare | $617 |
| Other goods and services | $987 |
| Estimated total | $6,477/mo |
Population
152,014
Median household income
$90,038
Census median rent
$1,632/mo
Census rent burden
31.4%
Median age
36.1
Mean commute
24 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in South Carolina
How Charleston, SC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Charleston, SC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | $1,804 | -30% | +0.5% | 15 |
| North Charleston, SC | $1,901 | -26% | -2.7% | 14 |
| Summerville, SC | $1,847 | -28% | +4% | 12 |
| Rock Hill, SC | $1,451 | -43% | -0.4% | 10 |
| Columbia, SC | $1,778 | -31% | +3.3% | 8 |
| MT Pleasant, SC | $3,129 | +22% | +28.6% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Charleston, SC?
The average listed apartment rent in Charleston, SC is $2,560 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 380 priced apartments in 18 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Charleston, SC?
The median asking rent in Charleston, SC is $2,375 per month, computed from 380 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,560/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Charleston, SC?
The lowest available rent in Charleston, SC starts at $1,355 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Charleston, SC?
1-bedroom apartments in Charleston, SC average $2,280/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,600/mo across 137 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Charleston, SC?
2-bedroom apartments in Charleston, SC average $3,045/mo. Units start from $1,913/mo across 133 units currently listed.
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