Landlords insurance in Charleston, SC

Owners of rental property need coverage built for tenants, not owner-occupants.

16independent 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.

Landlords coverage to consider

  • Landlord / dwelling property
  • General liability
  • Loss of rental income
  • Umbrella / excess liability
  • Flood (where applicable)
  • Equipment breakdown

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

The Charleston rental market

Rental exposure starts with tenants and property values. Here is what the market looks like in Charleston.

44%of households rent
$1,722/momedian gross rent
$509,700median home value
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

16 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.

Landlords in nearby markets in Charleston County

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Frequently asked questions

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

Public licensing records list 16 independent agencies in Charleston, South Carolina with qualifications that match landlords insurance, within Charleston County. Listings are public-record based and are not endorsements.

Can I compare landlords 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 landlords 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.

Is a homeowners policy enough for a rental?

Homeowners policies generally exclude tenant-occupied rentals. A landlord (dwelling) policy is usually the right fit — an agent can confirm.

Does landlord insurance cover lost rent?

Many landlord policies include loss of rental income after a covered loss. Coverage amounts vary, so review the limit with an agent.

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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