Is it worth buying an investment property on Charleston in 2026?

Buying an investment property in Charleston is worth it when the expected rent, after taxes, insurance and financing, covers the mortgage with enough margin to absorb vacancy and repairs, not simply because prices have historically risen. Short-term rental rules differ by neighborhood within Charleston, which changes the income math significantly from one street to the next. Brian Beatty runs that comparison against comparable rented Charleston properties before an investor makes an offer.