Average Rent in Burton, SC (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Burton, SC is $1,490/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -0.5% year over year. Rents range from $1,490 to $1,490.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,490/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -0.5%
Source: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Burton, SC is $1,490/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 0.5% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Burton is 25% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Burton, SC ranges from $1,490 to $1,490 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Burton, SC is approximately 0.5% for 2026. An increase above 0.5% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Burton, SC?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Burton, SC is $1,490/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Burton are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,490/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $59,600/year.
Is rent going up in Burton?
Rents in Burton have decreased 0.5% year over year based on local market data. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Burton?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 0.5% is in line with the Burton market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Burton
-0.5%
Rents in Burton are holding steady at -0.5% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from -2.6% to +6.4%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (-2.6%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (-0.6%).When signed-lease rents outpace asking rents, it typically signals strong demand and limited room to negotiate.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Burton?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Burton typically rents for $1,430 – $1,753.
Rents above $2,016 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Burton typically rents for $1,490 – $1,835.
Rents above $2,110 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Burton typically rents for $1,640 – $2,012.
Rents above $2,314 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Burton typically rents for $1,980 – $2,412.
Rents above $2,774 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Burton typically rents for $2,530 – $3,014.
Rents above $3,466 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Burton
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,430
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,490
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,640
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,980
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,530
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Burton
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Beaufort County, SC HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Burton share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,490 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Burton Compare?
Questions about rent in Burton
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Burton, SC?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Burton, SC is $1,490/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 25% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,490 to $1,490 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Burton?
A rent increase up to about 0.5% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Burton. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,490/month.
Are rents going up or down in Burton?
Rents in Burton have decreased 0.5% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Beaufort County, SC HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Burton?
1-bedroom rents across Burton range from $1,490 to $1,490 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Burton?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Burton. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Burton?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Burton at $1,490/month, a household would need approximately $59,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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