Sumter Apartments for Rent

About Sumter

Located in central South Carolina, Sumter can be reached off Interstate 95 about 45 miles south of Florence and about the same distance to Columbia, where you will find Fort Jackson. The city is situated along the Wateree River and is only about a 90 minute drive to the state beaches.

Much of the economy of this city is driven by the Shaw Air Force Base. Residents or Sumter apartments may also work at one of the other large employers here such as Pilgrim’s Pride, Toumey Health Care System or Becton Dickinson. The University of South Carolina Sumter and Morris College are also located in Sumter.

Nature lovers will enjoy exploring Manchester State Forest and Lake Marion. The City of Sumter Aquatics Center provides a great place to keep cool with lap lanes and slides. The Palmett Tennis Center has 24 courts and hosts numerous tournaments throughout the year. Residents looking for things to fill a Sumter apartment can head over to the Sumter Mall on Broad Street. There are several area festivals here including the annual Iris Festival, a concert series and the County Fair.

Start your search for an apartment in Sumter near Broad Street, not far from the Shaw Base. You may find other Sumter apartment options near the university and downtown areas. The rent amount for a one bedroom apartment in Sumter varies widely but a midpoint is generally about $500-550 per month.

A post office in Sumter is located at 311 North Main Street. The phone number is 803-773-9311.

The following chart shows the average rent for an apartment in Sumter, SC and nearby cities: