Average Rent in North Charleston, SC
What is the average rent in North Charleston, SC?
The average listed apartment rent in North Charleston, SC is $1,901 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 212 priced apartments in 14 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 6, 2026 through November 10, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
14 apartment buildings, 212 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in North Charleston, SCCheapest
$1,050/mo
Icon @ Park Circle
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14
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Units
212
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
North Charleston, SC Rent Prices
All 14 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Icon @ Park Circle
1920 McMillan Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA
AMCS
2409 Mall Dr A, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
Montague at Park Circle
4501 Mixson Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA
Atlantic on the Boulevard
2155 Morris Baker Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
Centre Pointe Apartments
4986 Wetland Crossing Rd Suite 2100, North Charleston, SC 29418, USA
The Burke Apartments
1945 Hanahan Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
Atlantic on the Avenue
6880 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Icon @ Park Circle 1920 McMillan Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA | $1,050 | $1,180 | $1.48/ft² | 3.9 (456) | 5 |
| 2 | AMCS 2409 Mall Dr A, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA | $1,189 | $1,465 | $1.98/ft² | 3.3 (82) | 11 |
| 3 | Montague at Park Circle 4501 Mixson Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA | $1,308 | $1,798 | $2.78/ft² | 4 (80) | 19 |
| 4 | Atlantic on the Boulevard 2155 Morris Baker Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA | $1,458 | $1,844 | $1.79/ft² | 4.2 (225) | 6 |
| 5 | Centre Pointe Apartments 4986 Wetland Crossing Rd Suite 2100, North Charleston, SC 29418, USA | $1,528 | $1,818 | $1.82/ft² | 3.7 (46) | 16 |
| 6 | The Burke Apartments 1945 Hanahan Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA | $1,533 | $1,829 | $1.85/ft² | 4 (160) | 13 |
| 7 | Atlantic on the Avenue 6880 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA | $1,560 | $1,560 | $2.31/ft² | 4.1 (244) | 2 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Icon @ Park Circle
3.9 (456)1920 McMillan Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA
AMCS
3.3 (82)2409 Mall Dr A, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
Montague at Park Circle
4 (80)4501 Mixson Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA
Atlantic on the Boulevard
4.2 (225)2155 Morris Baker Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
Centre Pointe Apartments
3.7 (46)4986 Wetland Crossing Rd Suite 2100, North Charleston, SC 29418, USA
The Burke Apartments
4 (160)1945 Hanahan Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA
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North Charleston, SC neighborhoods
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North Charleston, SC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in North Charleston, SC is $1,901 per month, based on 212 units across 14 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,050 at Icon @ Park Circle to $2,911 at The Factory at Park Circle.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,782/mo | $1,725/mo | 20 |
| 1 Bed | $1,829/mo | $1,050/mo | 113 |
| 2 Bed | $2,037/mo | $1,100/mo | 71 |
| 3 Bed | $1,997/mo | $1,300/mo | 8 |
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.
Market Context
Who rents in North Charleston, SC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in North Charleston, SC averages $1,829/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,037/mo. At the local median household income of $62,789, that works out to 36% 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 North Charleston, SC at $1,364/mo. The current tracked market average runs 39% 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 North Charleston, SC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in North 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
$76,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,901/mo.
Comfortable income
$91,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,050/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Median household income in North Charleston, SC is $62,789 , about 31% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in North Charleston, SC
Overall prices in North 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 North Charleston, SC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,901 |
| Utilities | $530 |
| Groceries | $518 |
| Transportation | $1,264 |
| Healthcare | $617 |
| Other goods and services | $987 |
| Estimated total | $5,818/mo |
Population
117,460
Median household income
$62,789
Census median rent
$1,364/mo
Census rent burden
31.5%
Median age
34.3
Mean commute
25 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 North Charleston, SC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs North Charleston, SC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | $2,560 | +35% | +0.3% | 20 |
| Greenville, SC | $1,804 | -5% | +0.9% | 15 |
| Summerville, SC | $1,847 | -3% | +3.8% | 12 |
| Rock Hill, SC | $1,451 | -24% | -0.8% | 10 |
| Columbia, SC | $1,778 | -6% | +2.5% | 8 |
| MT Pleasant, SC | $3,129 | +65% | +23.6% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in North Charleston, SC?
The average listed apartment rent in North Charleston, SC is $1,901 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 212 priced apartments in 14 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in North Charleston, SC?
The median asking rent in North Charleston, SC is $1,874 per month, computed from 212 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,901/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in North Charleston, SC?
The lowest available rent in North Charleston, SC starts at $1,050 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in North Charleston, SC?
1-bedroom apartments in North Charleston, SC average $1,829/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,050/mo across 113 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in North Charleston, SC?
2-bedroom apartments in North Charleston, SC average $2,037/mo. Units start from $1,100/mo across 71 units currently listed.
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