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Eviction in Horry County (Myrtle Beach), South Carolina

Where eviction cases are filed in Horry County (Myrtle Beach), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)

Eviction court
Horry County Magistrate (Summary) Courts — Magistrate court (ejectment) Court page
Filing fee
$40 to file an ejectment (eviction) action ($20 filing fee + $10 service fee + $10 surcharge under S.C. Code § 22-3-340; a $5 mailing fee is added only when required by § 27-37-30); $10 for the writ of ejectment South Carolina Mandatory Schedule of Civil Fees to be Collected in Magistrates Court (Attachment K), as posted by Lexington County Magistrate Court Services
Notice before filing (state law)
If rent is unpaid and not paid within 5 days of the due date, the landlord may terminate after written notice of nonpayment and intent to terminate. If the written lease contains the statutory notice language in bold, conspicuous type, the lease itself serves as the notice. South Carolina rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$1,465/month HUD
Renter households
36,099 (23% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23

Where eviction cases are filed in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)

Eviction cases in Horry County (Myrtle Beach) are heard by the Horry County Magistrate (Summary) Courts (Magistrate court (ejectment)).

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Horry County has several magistrate courts; call the magistrate office for the area where the rental is located to confirm where to file. Eviction papers are served by the Horry County Sheriff's Office, which asks landlords to wait at least five days after filing before calling about service.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)

$40 to file an ejectment (eviction) action ($20 filing fee + $10 service fee + $10 surcharge under S.C. Code § 22-3-340; a $5 mailing fee is added only when required by § 27-37-30); $10 for the writ of ejectment

Magistrate court civil fees are set by state law and apply in every county. The $10 writ fee covers service of the writ and is charged only if the writ is needed. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the magistrate's office about filing without prepaying costs.

Source: South Carolina Mandatory Schedule of Civil Fees to be Collected in Magistrates Court (Attachment K), as posted by Lexington County Magistrate Court Services

How eviction cases work locally

Service and set-out by the sheriffThe tenant must be personally served or the papers posted at the property on two separate occasions. After a writ of ejectment, the tenant usually has 24 hours to leave unless the judge allows more time; a deputy then oversees removal of belongings.
Source: Official source

The South Carolina eviction process

South Carolina state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Horry County (Myrtle Beach):

  1. Notice: 5-day nonpayment notice (or conspicuous lease clause) / 14-day breach notice / 30-day month-to-month notice (§§ 27-40-710, 27-40-770, 27-37-10)
  2. Landlord applies to the magistrate; magistrate issues a Rule to Vacate or Show Cause (§ 27-37-20)
  3. Tenant has 10 days after service to vacate or request a hearing/show cause (§ 27-37-20); posting-and-mail service allowed after two failed personal attempts (§ 27-37-30)
  4. If tenant does not respond, warrant/writ of ejectment issues (§ 27-37-40); if contested, hearing (jury on demand) (§ 27-37-60)
  5. If the tenant raises defenses, rent must be paid into court (§ 27-40-790)
  6. Writ of ejectment executed by sheriff/constable; occupants given 24 hours to leave before forcible removal (§ 27-37-160)
  7. Appeal to circuit court stays ejectment only if the tenant files an affidavit to pay rent as it comes due (§ 27-40-800, rewritten by 2026 Act 252, eff. June 30, 2026)

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Rent in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Myrtle Beach-North Myrtle Beach-Conway, SC HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,145
1 bedroom$1,229
2 bedrooms$1,465
3 bedrooms$1,805
4 bedrooms$2,111

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Horry County (Myrtle Beach): $1,255/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; city rules (if any) are covered on city pages.

Eviction help in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)?
Eviction cases in Horry County (Myrtle Beach) are filed with the Horry County Magistrate (Summary) Courts.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)?
$40 to file an ejectment (eviction) action ($20 filing fee + $10 service fee + $10 surcharge under S.C. Code § 22-3-340; a $5 mailing fee is added only when required by § 27-37-30); $10 for the writ of ejectment.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)?
South Carolina Legal Services.
What is the fair market rent in Horry County (Myrtle Beach)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,465 per month (1-bedroom: $1,229).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.