Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 5, 2026
Average rent in
Sumter, SC
Average rent in
Last updated on September 5, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sumter rent stands today
Sumter, SC rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Month over month, rent cooled 3.6%, showing a recent easing in prices across the city.
Compared to national trends
Sumter is 26.7% more affordable than the $1,910/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in the Southeast. The total rentals number 113.
Rent ranges by bedroom
In Sumter, 1-bedroom units rent for about $875/month, 2-bedrooms for $985/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,600/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,098/month. These figures show the range of rents by bedroom count across the city.
Median rent
Median rent in Sumter
$1,400/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Sumter is $1,400 per month as of August 2026. This is 27% below the national average rent, or $510 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sumter
113
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sumter rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sumter, SC
Average rent prices in Sumter have decreased by 4% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Sumter, SC
Rent prices in Sumter vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sumter is $1,057, whereas a house costs $1,669. 1-bedroom apartments in Sumter run $875 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,045.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $875 |  5% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $985 | 4% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 |  1% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $2,097 | 1% | No Change |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Sumter, SC.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,057 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $962 | 4% | - | |
Houses | $1,669 | 1% | No Change |
1 bedroom
Average rent
$875
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$985
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,097
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Sumter, SC.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,057
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$962
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,669
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Sumter, SC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Sumter, SC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Sumter and Blythewood by all bedroom counts and property types.
Sumter
27%lower than the national median
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sumter, SC is 30% lower than the median rent in Blythewood, SC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,000
7%$1,399
12%$1,516
$1,850
30%$1,325
8%$1,945
5%$1,800
52%$1,850
7%$1,275
12%$2,200
12%$1,037
10%$1,650
14%Cost of living in Sumter, SC
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 11% lower |
| Housing | 42% lower |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Utilities | 37% higher |
Discover rentals in Sumter, SC
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
216 Thomas Dr, Sumter, SC 29150
2 beds
1 bath
$650
House for rent
5d+ ago
43 Birnie Cir, Sumter, SC 29150
2 beds
1 bath
$700–$800
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Sumter
2 beds
1 bath
$795
House for rent
1d ago
A-B, Sumter, SC 29150
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
2090 Four Bridges Rd, Sumter, SC 29153
5 beds
4.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
3 beds
3 baths
$2,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
2070 Hatteras Way, Sumter, SC 29153
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
579 Sierra St, Sumter, SC 29154
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
22h ago
934 Houck St, Sumter, SC 29150
4 beds
2 baths
$1,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
11 Highland Ave, Sumter, SC 29150
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,350–$1,450
Apartment for rent
2d ago
5 Hanover Ct, Sumter, SC 29150
2–3 beds
1 bath
$849–$1,299
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
780 W Liberty St, Sumter, SC 29150
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
355 Niblick Dr, Sumter, SC 29154
5 beds
3 baths
$2,425
$2,325
Price drop
House for rent
Available Aug 18
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sumter
601 Brushwood Dr, Sumter, SC 29154
3 beds
2 baths
$1,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
1835 Lirope Way, Sumter, SC 29154
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
3665 Galloway Ln, Sumter, SC 29154
4 beds
2 baths
$2,000
House for rent
9h ago
861 Carolina Ave, Sumter, SC 29150
3–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,350–$1,500
Apartment for rent
2d ago
5 Hanover Ct, Sumter, SC 29150
2–3 beds
1 bath
$849–$1,299
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
3 beds
1 bath
$1,150
House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Sumter
70 Rallidae Ct, Sumter, SC 29150
4 beds
3.5 baths
$2,395
$2,295
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jul 9
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Frequently asked questions for Sumter, SC
Quick answers to common questions about the Sumter rental market.
How much is rent in Sumter?
The average rent in Sumter is $1,400 per month as of August 29, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sumter?
Average rent prices in Sumter have decreased by 4% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Sumter rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sumter is 27% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $510 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sumter?
To comfortably afford rent in Sumter, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sumter?
May offers the lowest rents in Sumter, with prices running 13.2% below the March peak. This seasonal difference creates clear savings opportunities for renters who can time their search for late spring.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).