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Residences at Old Carolina

$1,700 – $2,375/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 838–1,441 sq ft
  • 8 units available
66 Buck Island Rd,Bluffton, SC 29910

As of October 13, 2026, Residences at Old Carolina has 8 apartments for rent from $1,700 to $2,375/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,700, two-bedrooms at $2,180, and three-bedrooms at $2,125. The average asking rent has fallen 3.1% since July 14, 2026, from $2,191 to $2,123.

Floor plans

5 floor plans · 8 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

1DX

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 838 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,700/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
206$1,715838Nov 5
305$1,700838Nov 30

2PX

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,271 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,180/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
102$2,1801,271Oct 12

2EXR

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,233 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,250/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
106$2,2501,233Oct 28

3AMR

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,441 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,125/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
207$2,1251,441Oct 12

3RG

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,441 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,315/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
205$2,3251,441Oct 12
203$2,3751,441Oct 12
104$2,3151,441Nov 27

See all 13 units listed at Residences at Old Carolina, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Residences at Old Carolina has ranged from $2,063 to $2,198. The current average is $2,123, down $68 (3.1%) from $2,191 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (91 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$2,128$1,700 – $2,3759
Sep 2026$2,091$1,690 – $2,42513
Aug 2026$2,118$1,690 – $2,42513
Jul 2026$2,196$1,700 – $2,4259

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,700 – $2,375/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size.

Lowest-priced apartment: 1DX at $1,700

$2,027/mo

$327/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,700

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $210

  • Internet

    est.

    $65

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $20

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $2,027

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,700$2,027$61,200/yr
2 bedrooms$2,180$2,615$78,480/yr
3 bedrooms$2,125$2,575$76,500/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $61,200 a year for the $1,700 one-bedroom.

Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Location

66 Buck Island Rd,Bluffton, SC 29910


Resident reviews

4.7 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.3
Maintenance4.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.0
Building Quality2.4
Location5.0

Residences at Old Carolina receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 89% of reviews rating the property favorably. Residents consistently praise the spacious apartments, well-maintained grounds, responsive maintenance team, and active community programming with regular events and food vendors. However, a small number of reviews cite concerns about office communication responsiveness, maintenance request delays, parking enforcement inconsistency, and rent increases that some feel outpace service quality improvements.

Management and office staff receive consistently positive feedback for responsiveness, friendliness, and willingness to accommodate resident needs, with many residents praising prompt service request handling and welcoming interactions. However, a smaller group of residents report communication challenges, slow maintenance resolution times, reduced office hours that conflict with working schedules, and concerns about deposit deductions and move-out fees. Maintenance responsiveness varies by timeframe, with recent reviews highlighting quick turnaround while some longer-term residents cite delays requiring multiple follow-ups.

Maintenance response times are generally quick, with most residents reporting same-day or next-day service on work orders. The maintenance team is frequently praised for professionalism, responsiveness, and going above and beyond on repairs including HVAC, appliances, and emergency issues. However, a minority of residents report delayed resolution on certain requests requiring multiple follow-ups, and one resident experienced an unresolved fire alarm panel issue over several months.

Amenities and shared spaces are generally well-maintained, with residents noting clean grounds, a functional pool, and quality common areas. However, maintenance response times for amenity repairs have been inconsistent, with some residents reporting lengthy delays in addressing broken facilities. Parking availability remains limited, and enforcement of parking policies is inconsistent. Recent management changes have coincided with concerns about service quality and communication responsiveness.

Residents report a significant decline in building quality and maintenance responsiveness following a recent management transition. Common concerns include slow repair timelines, inconsistent upkeep of shared facilities, and unresolved maintenance issues that persist for months. One earlier review noted excellent building condition and prompt maintenance, but more recent feedback indicates amenities and common areas are not being maintained to previous standards.

Residents highlight the property's convenient location with good access to shopping, restaurants, and a reasonable commute to nearby areas. The neighborhood is described as quiet and well-maintained, with proximity to amenities being a key advantage for renters.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Not Bikeable


About this property

The Residences at Old Carolina in Bluffton, SC offers 1, 2, or 3 bedroom apartments for rent. Browse the gallery, explore the amenities, and get more information on availability today.


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