South Carolina Abandoned property

What can a landlord do with property a tenant leaves behind in South Carolina?

A tenant who is absent without explanation for 15 days after defaulting on rent is treated as having abandoned the unit. If utilities were shut off, abandonment is immediate. Leftover property worth $500 or less may be disposed of. Other property must be removed under ch. 27-37 procedures.

Verified Source: S.C. Code § 27-40-730(a)–(b), (d)–(e) · last checked 2026-10-15