Rent to own Homes in Charleston, SC

Charleston is located on South Carolina's Atlantic coast, on the Charleston Harbor. The second largest and oldest city in the state, it's also South Carolina's fastest-growing city, with a population close to 700,000. The city is known for its historical significance, well-kept architecture, and popular eateries. And, it has good manners. The city was recognized as America's Most Friendly City and the Most Polite and Hospitable City in America, in 2011 and 2013, respectively.

Charleston, SC is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $72,071 and a median rent of $1,318, the Charleston, SC rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Charleston, SC. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Charleston, SC rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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1485 COOPERS HAWK DR
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Hanahan
Single Family Home
Hanahan, SC 29410
4
3
1729 ft2
2013
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182 DUNNEMANN AVE
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Wegener Terrace
Single Family Home
Charleston, SC 29403
3
2
1204 ft2
1940
1 of 19 1333 SONG SPARROW WAY
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Hanahan
Single Family Home
Hanahan, SC 29410
4
3
2941 ft2
2006
New
1417 PEACH BLOSSOM LN
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Single Family Home
Charleston, SC 29492
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5
3350 ft2
2016
605 CANE MILL CT
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Single Family Home
Summerville, SC 29485
4
3
3144 ft2
2006
New
207 TRIVERS DR
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Single Family Home
Moncks Corner, SC 29461
5
3
2036 ft2
1965
787 HIGHWAY 15 N
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Single Family Home
Saint George, SC 29477
6
5
4000 ft2
1965
New
2640 PRIVATE LEFLER DR
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2375 ft2
2018
New
2210 KEMMERLIN ST
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
3
2393 ft2
2019
New
216 Saunter Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2431 ft2
2023
New
118 Risewell Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2431 ft2
2023
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208 Saunter Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
2
3
1378 ft2
2023
New
209 Saunter Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
2
3
1378 ft2
2023
1733 MAIN RD
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
2
1200 ft2
1964
New
108 Risewell Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
2
3
1378 ft2
2023
New
00 Handsome Drive
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
2
1917 ft2
3208 HARTWELL ST
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
5
4
3143 ft2
2015
New
1709 Vireo Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
5
2549 ft2
New
100 Risewell Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
2
3
1870 ft2
2023
New
109 Risewell Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
2
3
1378 ft2
2023
2105 BREEZY POINT DR
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Mount Pleasant
Single Family Home
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
5
4
3300 ft2
2018
New
1174 RIVERS REACH DR
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Single Family Home
Charleston, SC 29492
5
3
2777 ft2
2007
2096 Blue Bayou Boulevard
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2531 ft2
2024
2988 Lodge Berry Lane
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
3
2331 ft2
2024
2018 LANNEAU LN
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
2
1781 ft2
2019
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2151 LEOPOLD ST
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
5
3
3105 ft2
2022
1563 STANWICK DR
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
3
1834 ft2
1976
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2014 LANNEAU LN
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2584 ft2
2018
3039 VINCENT ASTOR DR
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
3
2336 ft2
2018
5051 CORAL REEF DR
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
2
1604 ft2
2003
4016 E AMY LN
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2428 ft2
2005
2144 ARTHUR ROSE LN
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
3010 ft2
2016
2185 Blue Bayou Boulevard
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
4
2531 ft2
2024
4663 LAZY CREEK LN
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Single Family Home
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
5
4
3075 ft2
1994
New
104 Risewell Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
3
1995 ft2
2023
608 BERMUDA ISLE ST
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Daniel Island
Single Family Home
Daniel Island, SC 29492
5
5
4608 ft2
2021
351 KELSEY BLVD
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Single Family Home
Charleston, SC 29492
3
3
1314 ft2
2006
2279 SANDY POINT LN
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Mount Pleasant
Single Family Home
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
4
3
3288 ft2
2005
501 Twin Rivers Drive
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Single Family Home
Wando, SC 29492
3
3
1276 ft2
2024
New
2972 RIVERWOOD DR
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Dunes West
Single Family Home
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
4
3
2788 ft2
2006
112 Risewell Court
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
3
3
2269 ft2
2023
2031 GERANIUM LN
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
4
2830 ft2
2021
2976 Lodge Berry Lane
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
4
2695 ft2
2024
2197 Blue Bayou Boulevard
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Johns Island
Single Family Home
Johns Island, SC 29455
4
3
2531 ft2
2024
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Buying a Home in Charleston, SC

Charleston, SC is seeing rapid growth and Charleston, SC's' housing market remains not optimal with an average home price that is 60% above the 2024 national average. Charleston, SC is part of Charleston county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2024 for county Charleston is 0.5% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Top Reasons to Live in Charleston SC

Housing Statistics With a rich history behind it and recognized as a friendly place to live, the median price of a house for sale is $197,500. There are a little over 1,500 homes for sale, with the average listing price of a house coming in at $550,000. The average home for rent will cost about $900 per month. The percentage of homes owned is 47, while 44% of people rent their home and 8% of homes are vacant. The majority of homes are single-family and multifamily homes, with a number of rent to own houses, vacation homes, and beachfront homes, as well.

Local Events and Festivals Charleston hosts a 17-day art festival each year called the Spoleto Festival USA. The internationally recognized festival draws artists from many different disciplines to the coastal city. The smaller Piccolo Spoleto Festival happens at the same time, with an emphasis on live performances. The Charleston Food and Wine Festival, the Lowcountry Oyster Festival, and the Taste of Charleston spotlight the city's local cuisine, while the Charleston Marathon and the Cooper River Bridge Run give locals a chance to burn off the calories.

Transportation and Commutes Most of the transportation in the city is provided by I-26 and Highways 17, 52, and 78. The South Carolina Port Authority is another main source of transportation for travel throughout the region and for travel to vacation spots like Bermuda. The second-largest expansion bridge, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, connects Charleston with Mount Pleasant and has eight lanes, along with lanes for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Neighborhoods The Bristol: The average cost of homes in this area is $750,000. Most of the area offers luxurious condominiums. This is an upscale neighborhood surrounded by beautiful homes, restaurants, art centers, and the waterfront, which has amazing views of the water; and it's close to the downtown area.