Renting in Summerville

Rent in Summerville averages $1,666/month per RentCafe (2026) -- meaningfully below Mount Pleasant's own figure in this dataset, consistent with Summerville's broader positioning as the metro's more affordable family exurb.

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A real, structurally lower rent level than the coastal suburbs

RentCafe's 2026 figures cite a $1,666/month average across all units (essentially flat YoY, down 0.12%), ranging from $1,325 for a studio to $2,006 for a 3-bedroom. 53% of Summerville rentals fall in the $1,501-$2,000/month band.

South Carolina landlord-tenant law governs statewide

Standard 12-month leases are typical in Summerville as elsewhere in South Carolina, and South Carolina landlord-tenant law governs security deposit handling, notice periods, and eviction procedures statewide.

Confirm neighborhood-specific safety before signing

Given Summerville's real, disclosed crime-grading gap (D per DoorProfit, C- per CrimeGrade), renters should research the specific neighborhood directly -- Evergreen, for instance, carries a favorably-rated A grade per this dataset's sourcing, illustrating real neighborhood-level variance within the town.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-24. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.