Frequently Asked Questions about Summit Place
Apartments in Charleston, SC
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, free high-speed Wi-Fi is included throughout Summit Place, and high-speed internet comes with your apartment as well. You can stay connected at home and across our community spaces without setting up a separate account.
Where is Summit Place located?
Summit Place sits at 530 Meeting Street in downtown Charleston, SC 29403, right in the heart of the peninsula. You are close to King Street shopping, local restaurants, and the waterfront, which keeps you connected to everything happening downtown. It is a central home base for students and anyone who wants to be near the action.
How can I make a payment?
You can make a payment by going to our online resident portal.
Is parking available?
Yes, we offer assigned parking in our on-site garage, and free bike storage is available in the bike room for residents who ride. For current parking details and options, please contact our on-site leasing team.
What is the advantage of an individual lease?
With an individual lease, also called a by-the-bedroom lease, you are responsible for your own monthly rent and the regular upkeep of your part of the apartment. Unlike conventional joint leases, you are not responsible for any delinquent amounts owed by your roommates.
How close is Summit Place to the College of Charleston?
Summit Place is about one mile from the College of Charleston, so getting to campus is quick and easy. Whether you are heading to an early class or coming home after a study session, our downtown location keeps you close to the school and everything around it.
Do you allow pets?
Yes, we welcome pets at Summit Place and allow up to two pets per apartment. For full details about our pet policy, please contact our on-site leasing team.
How far is Summit Place from MUSC?
We are located about 1.5 miles from the Medical University of South Carolina, a short trip for students and anyone connected to the medical campus. Our central address on the peninsula makes moving across downtown simple.
What is included in the rental installment?
Your rental installment includes furniture and high-speed internet. Any other fees, such as parking or pet fees, will be a separate charge.
Are your apartments furnished?
Yes, every apartment at Summit Place comes fully furnished with a custom furniture package, so you can settle in without buying a single piece of furniture. Each home also includes high-speed internet, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an in-unit washer and dryer.
What floor plans do you offer?
Summit Place offers fully furnished studio through five-bedroom apartments, giving solo renters and larger roommate groups a layout that fits. Every home features an open floor plan, hardwood-style flooring, and an ensuite bath, and you can compare our available layouts to find the right one for you.
What security features do you have?
Summit Place includes several security features for residents. Each resident receives an electronic key fob for entry to their apartment and the community amenities, and personal keys are provided for individual bedroom doors. The community also has after-hours security, smoke detectors, fire sprinklers, and video cameras throughout the garage, elevators, hallways, and amenity areas.
What is a by-the-bedroom lease?
At Summit Place we offer individual leases, also called by-the-bedroom leases. That means you are responsible only for your own space and your own portion of rent, not for anything owed by your roommates. It is a simple, worry-free setup that many students prefer.
How do I schedule a tour?
Scheduling a tour is easy. You can book a visit online, take our virtual tour, or reach out to our team directly to find a time that works for you. We would love to show you around Summit Place in person.
Do you offer roommate matching?
Yes, we offer roommate matching through RoomSync. If you do not already have a group, our system helps pair you with compatible roommates based on shared preferences and habits, so you can feel at home from the start.
How are maintenance requests handled?
We have an on-site maintenance team during office hours. Maintenance requests can be entered online on our resident portal 24 hours a day and requests can also be made during business hours over the phone or in person. For after-hours, non-life threatening emergencies (such as no heat, no water, refrigerator not working), the maintenance team is on call 24/7.
What community amenities does Summit Place offer?
Summit Place offers a full lineup of community amenities, including a resort-style pool with sun loungers, a fitness center with cardio and strength equipment, a co-working lounge, and a 24/7 computer lounge with free printing. Residents also have a club house, cold brew and hot brew coffee bars, bike storage, and an on-site parking garage. Browse everything on our amenities page.
Are utilities included?
Your utilities such as electricity and water/sewer will be set up and ready to go the day you move in. Residents will be charged a flat rate of $50 per month for electricity as well as an annual $79.20 utility admin fee to get the utilities set up at the start of each lease.
Where can I study on-site?
Summit Place has a 24/7 computer lounge with free printing, plus a business center and club house that give you plenty of room to focus. We also have cold brew and hot brew coffee bars on site to keep you going during late-night study sessions.
What is a rental installment?
You will be charged a total rent amount for the lease term divided into equal installments due on the 1st of each month. Rent is not prorated.