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Rents in Summerville are $124 above the Dorchester County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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810 Travelers Blvd Ste C1, Summerville, SC 29485
Family Owned Property Mgmt is an attorney-founded property management company in Summerville that takes a hands-on approach with both owners and tenants.
Review summary: Most reviewers mention quick responses, kind staff, prompt repairs and an easy renting experience.
89B Old Trolley Rd Suite 204, Summerville, SC 29485
Real Property Management Groundpoint is a Real Property Management franchise office in Summerville, managing residential rentals with marketing, leasing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, evictions and online owner and tenant portals.
In their words: “Specializing in residential property management, we prioritize quality to exceed our customers’ expectations.”
Review summary: Owners often mention a responsive, detail-minded manager, careful tenant verification and proactive updates.
923 Central Ave Ste 3, Summerville, SC 29483
Palmetto Life Property Management is a Summerville company offering property management services focused on preserving and managing rental properties for owners.
507 Front St #2057, Summerville, SC 29486
Foundry & Brick Residential Management, based in Summerville, manages single-family homes across Summerville and the Charleston Tri-County, with leasing, tenant screening, owner and tenant portals and reporting.
Review summary: Most reviewers mention helpful, professional and communicative managers and a smooth experience for owners.
700 Nexton Square Dr, Summerville, SC 29486
Verterra Property Management, with an office in Summerville, manages office, retail, single-family, apartment and HOA properties in the Southeast, with tenant acquisition, maintenance and property strategy.
Review summary: Most reviewers mention helpful, knowledgeable staff, quick replies and prompt repairs.
112 W Doty Ave, Summerville, SC 29483
The Agency Group manages residential rentals from its Summerville office, serving Summerville, Charleston and Myrtle Beach with marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance, inspections and financial reporting.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a professional, available team, clear communication and a smooth process for owners.
112 S Magnolia St, Summerville, SC 29483
Pineapple Properties, based in Summerville, manages single-family homes, short-term rentals and small multifamily properties in Charleston and Summerville, with advertising, resident screening, online payments and an owner portal.
In their words: “Streamlined, built in resident screening includes standard background and credit checks along with past rent payment history.”
Review summary: Owners often mention professional, knowledgeable management and relief after switching from a previous manager.
700 Nexton Square Dr, Summerville, SC 29486
NuLight Property Solutions is a Summerville company offering full-service property management and tenant placement for owners, along with furnished short-stay rental homes.
Review summary: Reviewers mention a smooth, thorough tenant placement process and full-service help for owners and renters.
237 Old Summerville Rd Unit f, Summerville, SC 29486
PURE Property Management of South Carolina has a Summerville office and is part of the PURE Property Management brand, managing single-family rentals in the Charleston, Columbia and Greenville areas with rental analysis and resident support.
In their words: “Across South Carolina, our teams serve diverse coastal and suburban markets with operational excellence, reliable care, and professional oversight.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention helpful, kind staff, quick responses and an easy application process.
850 Bacons Bridge Rd Ste A unit 102, Summerville, SC 29485
Lakeview Property Property Management Services has served the Lowcountry since 2005 from Summerville, managing residential rentals in the Charleston area with in-house maintenance and rental analysis.
In their words: “We are a full service property management company.”
201 Sigma Dr Suite 300, Summerville, SC 29486
Oak Trust Properties is a family-owned property management business headquartered in Summerville that manages rental homes for owners and leases them to residents in the area.
Review summary: Most reviewers mention quick tenant placement, responsive staff and careful attention to detail.
604 Front St, Summerville, SC 29486
ROG Coastal Property Management, based in Summerville, is the property management division of Realty One Group Coastal, managing rental homes and HOAs in the greater Charleston area and the Lowcountry.
In their words: “At ROG Coastal Property Management, we’re here to make it simpler.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention a helpful, flexible team, quick repairs and prompt answers to questions.
112 S Magnolia St, Summerville, SC 29483
AdaLease Property Management is a Summerville company drawing on long experience in the Lowcountry real estate market to manage and lease rental properties for owners.
1001 Bear Island Rd, Summerville, SC 29483
Grayco Properties is a Summerville company that leases and manages rental homes for owners, handling move-in paperwork, leases and pest control for residents.
414 Old Trolley Rd Ste B, Summerville, SC 29485
Heritage Property Management Company, based in Summerville, manages single-family homes, multifamily properties, duplexes and HOAs across Summerville, Goose Creek, Charleston, James Island, West Ashley, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant and Seabrook Island, and helps with investment purchases.
In their words: “With a long family history in the area, we appreciate the things that make the Summerville and Charleston area unique.”
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Rents in Summerville are $124 above the Dorchester County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 10 of the last 12 months: +$87 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Summerville's typical asking rent is $124 (7.0%) above the county. The gap is about the same compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in March, May and August, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerville | $1,892 | +4.8% | 15 |
| North Charleston | $1,742 | +3.1% | 13 |
| Goose Creek | $1,861 | +5.9% | 3 |
| Charleston | $2,288 | +4.8% | 42 |
| Mount Pleasant | $2,441 | +5.1% | 14 |
| Beaufort | $1,759 | −1.3% | 8 |
| Orangeburg | $1,152 | +7.4% | 10 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Charleston-North Charleston, SC MSA. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Zillow's typical asking rent in Summerville is $1,892 (September 2026); +4.8% over the past year and +22.9% over five years. About 30.9% of homes in Summerville are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 9.2% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 15 property management companies in Summerville, SC.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Summerville was $1,892 a month in September 2026, +4.8% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in March, May and August. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
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