Homeowners insurance in Charleston, SC

Homes range from starter capes to coastal properties with very different wind and water exposures.

17independent agencies listed
1with 20+ year records
16serving businesses too

Charleston, SC market figures computed from public licensing records as of 2026. “Records” reflect each agency’s earliest entry in the licensing file — see how we source data.

Homeowners coverage to consider

  • Dwelling coverage
  • Other structures (garage, fence)
  • Personal property
  • Personal liability
  • Loss of use / additional living expenses
  • Scheduled valuables (jewelry, art)

Coverage needs vary. A licensed agent will help you decide what applies — we don't provide quotes or advice.

Homes in Charleston

Dwelling coverage follows what it would cost to rebuild locally, not the listing price. Housing facts for Charleston give that conversation a starting point.

56%of homes owner-occupied
$509,700median home value
1995median year homes built
68,027households

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024), for Charleston.

Disaster history in Charleston County

Federal disaster declarations are public FEMA records of the events that have hit Charleston County hardest. They're useful context when deciding which coverages and limits matter here.

21federal disaster declarations since 2000
Hurricanemost common declared peril (13x)
2026most recent: Severe Winter Storm

Source: FEMA public records (disaster declarations), county-level figures for Charleston County.

Independent agencies in Charleston

17 businesses listed from public licensing records. Preferred Agencies are clearly labeled and shown first; other listings are alphabetical. Listings are not endorsements.

Unclaimed
HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2018 · NPN 12779159 · public licensing record

Unclaimed
HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2011 · NPN 7568536 · public licensing record

Unclaimed
HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2022 · NPN 20286119 · public licensing record

Benefitstore, LLC

Charleston, SC

Unclaimed
HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2014 · NPN 15981117 · public licensing record

C T Lowndes & Co

Charleston, SC

Unclaimed
HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2007 · NPN 7842030 · public licensing record

Unclaimed
HomeownersAutoRentersCondo / co-opCommercial

In records since 2019 · NPN 19107850 · public licensing record

Source: Public licensing records: Texas DOI (Socrata) + Florida DFS bulk file; Iowa open data (CC-BY 4.0) for contact enrichment.

Other coverage in Charleston

Agencies in this market may also help with related lines that have local licensing depth.

Homeowners in nearby markets in Charleston County

Browse nearby markets with enough listed agencies to support a local homeowners page.

Frequently asked questions

How many independent agencies can help with homeowners insurance in Charleston, SC?

Public licensing records list 17 independent agencies in Charleston, South Carolina with qualifications that match homeowners insurance, within Charleston County. Listings are public-record based and are not endorsements.

Can I compare homeowners insurance with agencies near Charleston?

Yes. You can request quotes in Charleston, or browse Mount Pleasant to compare independent agencies in nearby markets in Charleston County.

What happens after I request homeowners insurance quotes in Charleston?

Tell us what you need once. We show who may contact you, then connect you with a licensed independent agency serving Charleston. We are not an insurance agency and we do not sell your information into a bidding marketplace.

Does homeowners insurance cover flooding?

Standard homeowners policies generally exclude flood damage. Flood coverage is purchased separately — an agent can walk through whether your location calls for it.

Why do coastal or higher-risk homes get special attention?

Wind, wildfire, and coastal exposure can affect carrier appetite and deductibles in some areas. Independent agents know which carriers write in your area.

Tell us what you need once.

We'll connect you with an independent agency serving Charleston, and you'll always know who may contact you.

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