How Much Does a Furnished Monthly Rental Cost in Charleston? 2026 Prices by Neighborhood
Quick answer: In late 2026, a quality furnished home on a 30+ night term in Charleston typically runs about $3,500 to $5,400 a month for a one bedroom and $4,000 to $7,700 for a two bedroom, depending on whether you are on the upper or lower peninsula. Three bedroom homes run roughly $5,500 to $9,000 in Mount Pleasant and on the upper peninsula, and climb past $10,000 South of Broad. Those prices usually include furniture, kitchenware, linens, utilities, and Wi-Fi, which is why they sit well above unfurnished rent. Proper Stays rents fully furnished Charleston homes on 30+ night terms with utilities and Wi-Fi included in every home.
Where these numbers come from
The neighborhood ranges below are the middle half of asking rents across the furnished homes Proper Stays lists today (about 88 homes, pulled November 3, 2026). We dropped the cheapest and most expensive quarter of each group so one waterfront estate or one tiny studio does not skew the picture. Market figures for unfurnished rent come from Zumper and RentCafe. Treat all of it as a guide, not a quote: price moves with season, dates, and the specific home.
Furnished monthly rental prices by neighborhood
Lower peninsula: South of Broad, the French Quarter, Ansonborough, Harleston Village (29401)
This is the postcard Charleston: Rainbow Row, the Battery, Waterfront Park, and the restaurants of East Bay and Broad Street a short walk away.
- One bedroom: about $4,000 to $5,400 a month
- Two bedroom: about $5,500 to $7,700
- Three bedroom: about $6,000 to $12,000, with grand single houses at the top
Upper peninsula: Cannonborough, Elliotborough, Hampton Park, Wagener Terrace (29403)
Still walkable to King Street and MUSC, with more of a neighborhood feel, coffee shops on every other corner, and Hampton Park for morning runs. This is where most of our two bedroom inventory sits, and where value is best on the peninsula.
- One bedroom: about $3,500 to $4,100
- Two bedroom: about $4,000 to $5,200
- Three bedroom: about $5,600 to $7,400
Mount Pleasant (29464)
Across the Ravenel Bridge, Mount Pleasant trades cobblestones for yards, top-rated schools, and quick access to Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms. Our Mount Pleasant homes are family-size houses.
- Three bedroom homes: about $5,500 to $9,000
James Island (29412)
Marsh views, a laid-back pace, and an easy run to Folly Beach. Our James Island inventory is small, so treat these as early signals rather than a full range.
- Two bedroom: around $3,150
- Three bedroom: roughly $3,000 to $5,200 for most homes, with waterfront properties well above that
West Ashley and Daniel Island have furnished options too, but we do not currently list homes there, so we are not quoting ranges for them.
Furnished vs unfurnished rent in Charleston
Unfurnished Charleston rent is lower on paper. Zumper’s October 2026 data puts the citywide median at about $2,064 for a one bedroom, $2,525 for a two bedroom, and $2,950 for a three bedroom. RentCafe’s November 2026 figures show downtown Charleston averaging about $4,116 and Cannonborough-Elliottborough about $3,663, a reminder that the peninsula is a premium market before furniture enters the picture.
Nationally, furnished monthly rates ran about 77% above median gross rent in the typical U.S. ZIP code in July 2026, according to MTR Analytics. That gap pays for real things:
- Furniture and setup. Furnishing even a one bedroom can run several thousand dollars before the first night.
- Utilities and internet. Numbeo puts basic Charleston utilities near $231 a month for a 915 square foot apartment, before internet. In our homes those are included.
- Flexibility. A 30 or 60 night stay with no 12-month commitment, no deposits on utility accounts, and no moving truck.
For a full side by side on terms and notice, see our guide to month-to-month vs a 12-month lease in Charleston.
Furnished rental vs hotel for a month or more
For stays of 30 nights or longer in Charleston, a hotel typically totals about $9,000 to $21,000+ a month once you add nightly rates, taxes, parking, and eating out. A furnished home gives you a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, separate bedrooms, and often a piazza or yard, usually for well under that.
What should be included in the price
When you compare listings, ask what the monthly number actually covers:
- Utilities (power, water, trash) and Wi-Fi
- Furniture, kitchenware, linens, and towels
- Parking, which matters downtown
- Cleaning, pet, and application fees
- Who to call when something breaks at 9 p.m.
A lower rent that excludes utilities and parking can end up costing more than an all-in price.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a furnished one bedroom in downtown Charleston per month?
Most furnished one bedrooms on the peninsula fall between about $3,500 and $5,400 a month in late 2026, with the upper peninsula at the lower end and South of Broad at the top.
Why are furnished rentals more expensive than regular apartments?
The monthly price covers furniture, housewares, utilities, Wi-Fi, and short-term flexibility. Nationally, furnished monthly rates ran about 77% above median rent in 2026.
Is a furnished rental cheaper than a hotel for a month in Charleston?
Usually, yes. A month in a Charleston hotel typically totals $9,000 to $21,000 or more, while most furnished homes cost less and include a kitchen and laundry.
What is the cheapest neighborhood for a furnished rental in Charleston?
Among the areas we serve, the upper peninsula and James Island offer the lowest furnished prices. West Ashley is typically lower still for unfurnished rent.
Are utilities included in Proper Stays rentals?
Yes. Every Proper Stays home includes utilities and Wi-Fi, plus furniture, kitchenware, and linens.
What is the minimum stay?
30 nights.
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