When are property taxes due in Charleston County, South Carolina?

Charleston County property taxes are due January 15. This deadline applies to all counties in South Carolina.

What is the penalty for late property tax payment in Charleston County, South Carolina?

The late payment penalty in Charleston County is 3% (Jan 16+), 15% after March 16.

How do I pay Charleston County, South Carolina property taxes?

You can pay Charleston County property taxes via Online, mail, in-person.

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Charleston County Property Tax Due Date

Name: Treasurer
Address: 101 Meeting St, Suite 240, Charleston, SC, 29401, US
Telephone: (843) 958-4360

South Carolina

(843) 958-4360

2027 Property Tax Due Dates

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Due Datein 199 days

January 15

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Penalty: 3% (Jan 16+), 15% after March 16Grace period: None

Payment Methods

Online, Mail, In-Person

Charleston County Treasurer

Phone

(843) 958-4360

Office Address

101 Meeting St, Suite 240
Charleston, SC 29401

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Office Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5pm

How to Pay

Online

Pay using credit card or e-check

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By Mail

Mail check payable to Charleston County Treasurer

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In Person

Visit the Treasurer's office — 101 Meeting St, Suite 240, Charleston SC 29401, Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5pm

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About Property Taxes in South Carolina

South Carolina offers one of the most favorable property tax systems for primary homeowners in the country. Owner-occupied primary residences (called "legal residences") are assessed at only 4% of market value, compared to 6% for non-owner-occupied residential and investment properties. This 4% vs. 6% difference is substantial — a primary homeowner pays about one-third less in taxes than an investor owning the same home. Property taxes in South Carolina are administered at the county level. Tax bills are typically mailed in October and due January 15.

Payment & Assessment

South Carolina property taxes are due January 15. A 15-day grace period applies in most counties, making the effective final deadline January 30. After that, a 3% penalty applies in the first month, with additional interest charges for continued non-payment. Motor vehicle property taxes are also collected by counties in South Carolina, billed at the same time you renew your vehicle registration. Most counties offer online payment. Contact your county treasurer for payment options.

Statewide framework for South Carolina. Your county's specific rates and deadlines are shown above.

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About Charleston County

Charleston County is located in the U.S. state of South Carolina along the Atlantic coast. As of the 2020 census, the population was 408,235, making it the third-most populous county in South Carolina. Its county seat is Charleston. It is also the largest county in the state by total area, although Horry County has a larger land area. The county was created in 1800 by an act of the South Carolina State Legislature. Charleston County is included in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.

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