Average Rent in Greenwood, SC (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Greenwood, SC is $760/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 2 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -3.2% year over year. Rents range from $730 to $790.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$760/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 2 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -3.2%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Greenwood, SC is $760/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 2 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 3.2% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Greenwood is 36% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Greenwood, SC ranges from $730 to $790 across 2 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Greenwood, SC is approximately 3.2% for 2026. An increase above 3.2% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Greenwood, SC?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Greenwood, SC is $760/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 2 ZIP codes. Rents across Greenwood are relatively uniform, clustering around $760/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $30,400/year.
Is rent going up in Greenwood?
Rents in Greenwood have decreased 3.2% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Greenwood?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 3.2% is in line with the Greenwood 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.
What Should Rent Cost in Greenwood?
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 Greenwood typically rents for $725 – $783.
Rents above $900 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Greenwood typically rents for $760 – $821.
Rents above $944 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Greenwood typically rents for $940 – $1,015.
Rents above $1,167 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Greenwood typically rents for $1,150 – $1,242.
Rents above $1,428 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Greenwood typically rents for $1,285 – $1,388.
Rents above $1,596 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Greenwood
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$725
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$760
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$940
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,150
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,285
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Greenwood
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
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Questions about rent in Greenwood
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Greenwood, SC?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Greenwood, SC is $760/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 2 ZIP codes in the city. This is 36% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $730 to $790 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Greenwood?
A rent increase up to about 3.2% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Greenwood. 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 $760/month.
Are rents going up or down in Greenwood?
Rents in Greenwood have decreased 3.2% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 2 ZIP codes in the Greenwood County, SC area.
How much do rents vary across Greenwood?
1-bedroom rents across Greenwood range from $730 to $790 on this page, a $60/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 Greenwood?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Greenwood. 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 Greenwood?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Greenwood at $760/month, a household would need approximately $30,400/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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