Short-Term Rental Regulations in South Carolina
State Overview
South Carolina does not preempt local STR regulation. Local governments retain full regulatory authority. The state imposes a 7% Accommodations Tax in addition to any local taxes. Cities in South Carolina
| City | Permit | Tax Rate | Day Limit | Primary Res. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | ✓ Required | 14% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Columbia | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | Varies | → |
| Folly Beach | ✓ Required | 13% | 72 days (see details) | Varies | → |
| Greenville | ✓ Required | 10% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Hilton Head | ✓ Required | ~10% | No limit | No | → |
| Isle of Palms | ✓ Required | 14% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Myrtle Beach | ✓ Required | 13% | No annual cap · per-stay limit | No | → |
| Sumter | ✓ Required | 12% | No limit | No | → |
| Surfside Beach | ✓ Required | 10% | No limit | No | → |
South Carolina's STR Landscape
South Carolina does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. The state imposes a 7% Accommodations Tax in addition to local taxes.
Regulation varies significantly across cities. Tax rates vary from 10% to 14%.
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