Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 6, 2026
Average rent in
Sumter, SC
Average rent in
Last updated on June 6, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Sumter, SC rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Month over month, rent climbed 8.0%, showing a recent upward move after a period of steadiness.
Compared to national trends
Sumter is 28.2% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in South Carolina. The total rentals count of 108 offers a modest selection of options.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Sumter rent for $750/month, 1-bedrooms for $888/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,050/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,554/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,100/month. This range covers the full spectrum of bedroom sizes available in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studios in Sumter saw a year-over-year rent increase of 57.9%, a notable rise compared to the citywide flat trend. This segment's growth shows a distinct dynamic within the local rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Sumter
$1,400/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Sumter is $1,400 per month as of June 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sumter
108
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sumter rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sumter, SC
Average rent prices in Sumter have increased by 8% 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 $1,100, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Sumter run $925 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $750 |  3% |  58% | |
1 bedroom | $887 | 5% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,050 | 4% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,554 | 3% | 12% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 4% | 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 | $1,100 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,550 | 27% | - | |
Houses | $1,600 | 4% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
58%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$887
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,554
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
12%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
4%
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
$1,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
27%
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
4%
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
28%lower than the national median
14%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sumter, SC is 37% lower than the median rent in Blythewood, SC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,222
9%$1,495
20%$1,550
3%$1,550
26%$1,200
6%$1,872
11%$1,600
60%$1,950
3%$1,350
8%$2,100
8%$1,100
6%$1,595
58%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 | 3% higher |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 11% lower |
| Housing | 39% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 40% 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
Apartment for rent in Sumter
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
55 Deacon St, Sumter, SC 29150
2 beds
1 bath
$750
House for rent
Available Jun 15
3d ago
43 Birnie Cir, Sumter, SC 29150
2 beds
1 bath
$800–$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
2395 Peach Orchard Rd, Sumter, SC 29154
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,050
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
2102 Eureka Way, Sumter, SC 29153
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
$2,095
Price drop
House for rent
Available May 9
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
House for rent
2d ago
5 Hanover Ct, Sumter, SC 29150
2–3 beds
1 bath
$849–$1,249
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,634
House for rent
Available Jun 6
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Sumter
1766 Snead Dr, Sumter, SC 29154
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,775
House for rent
Available Jun 18
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Sumter
2 beds
2 baths
$1,000
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,634
House for rent
Available Jun 6
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
1812 Lacebark Dr, Sumter, SC 29153
4 beds
3 baths
$2,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
1733 Benelli St, Sumter, SC 29150
5 beds
2.5 baths
$1,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Sumter
4 beds
2 baths
$2,000
House for rent
2d ago
5 Hanover Ct, Sumter, SC 29150
2–3 beds
1 bath
$849–$1,249
House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Sumter
523 Colonial Dr, Sumter, SC 29150
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Sumter
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Sumter
3 beds
1 bath
$1,300
House for rent
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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 June 4, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sumter?
Average rent prices in Sumter have increased by 8% 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 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 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?
Sumter's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $830 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $980 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's available inventory.
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).