2023 Best Places to Buy a House in South Carolina

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

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• Population 3,840

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  175 reviews

Current Resident: Love this place, Cheap cost of living. low taxes, easy access to the local lake. Most people that live down here are professionals that work in Charlotte, so there is a well educated and diverse group of people here. Downtown Fort Mill is quaint but has 2 breweries and a few good restaurants. Great place to do a date night. Fort Mill frequently closes off the downtown area for festivals with live music and tons of vendors. Always a good time! Plus, we have the highest rated schools in the whole state and higher than the Charlotte Metro systems as well.... Read 175 reviews

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• Population 24,069

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: I am glad that their are police at the school to make everyone feel better and protective because of the police... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 4,092

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: We are in the process of purchasing a new home in Reidville. We looked in many areas - Ft. Mill, Rock Hill, York, Simpsonville, Five Forks, Lyman, Duncan, Greer, Spartanburg, Greenville and decided on Reidville. There's something beautiful about the area, it has country charm, and the properties are well-kept. There is a sweat tea/coffee shop that we stopped in a few times, (excellent by the way). Ryan Homes is building a development that is supposed to have a town center attached - so a small "downtown" area is planned. I really do hope that comes to life, because there are so many new developments and not enough places to shop/eat. Please build the town center!... Read 3 reviews

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• Population 1,569

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  83 reviews

Current Resident: Irmo, South Carolina isn't the most scenic area compared to the beach or mountains, but it's definitely home. The Columbiana Mall on Harbison is a great place to hang out with friends. Activities include but are not limited to: shopping, eating out at restaurants, and late night snack runs. We are also located by Lake Murray which offers a beautiful sunset view. Out in the suburbs, however, I'd like to see more sidewalks or biking lanes. We are heavily reliant on cars; without driving, we'd be stuck at home.... Read 83 reviews

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• Population 11,581

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  Rating 3.41 out of 5  17 reviews

Niche User: The area is peaceful and well taken care of and I would love in this area even when I get older most likely... Read 17 reviews

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• Population 11,803

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  25 reviews

Current Resident: Powdersville is a town with nice suburbs and school districts. It's education system gets high marks often, and from educational experience, has lead their students to be successful. It's connected to Easley, a nice restaurant hub, and Greenville, one of the most friendly, clean, new cities you'll find in South Carolina. As a resident of Powdersville for many years, I found that what I enjoyed most is its suburb qualities and location near several shops and restaurants, yet still encompasses a tone of nature.... Read 25 reviews

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• Population 9,880

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  Rating 4.47 out of 5  17 reviews

Current Resident: Lyman is convenient to larger cities- Spartanburg and Greenville. It has a small town feel; however, has begun to grow rapidly. Traffic/housing is increasingly rapidly but the infrastructure is not able to support the steady growth. This needs to be corrected. Friendly people, safe city.... Read 17 reviews

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• Population 5,841

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  Rating 4.31 out of 5  32 reviews

Current Resident: There is so much community stuff to do like visit the lake, hang out at the Shore Club, or enjoy other surrounding areas. We are very close to either the beach or mountains, and we aren't far from Charlotte at all!... Read 32 reviews

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• Population 12,336

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: Pretty much Fort Mill, SC. Close to Tega Cay. No one calls it Riverview. The Schools are great, low crime, but no night life, no food delivery services except pizza. I have no idea why. Hardly any shopping available. Rock Hill or Charlotte, NC provide closest shopping.... Read 3 reviews

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• Population 1,989

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: Pendleton is a wonderful place to live. It is full of history, past and present. John C. Calhoun's wife visited several plantations in her lifetime via horse and buggy driven by Jack Washington (Daddy Jack) who was not only her driver but a fiddler who grew up on the Calhoun Plantation as a slave and later lived there until he married Ada Arial who lived on Woodburn Plantation. They raised all their children there and my grandmother lived there after she married and had five children there. They moved into the city limits while she was pregnant with her sixth child who was born in the city limits of Pendleton. There are two historical plantations still available for the public to see for a small fee; Ashtabula Plantation and Woodburn Plantation. Fall Festival is coming to town and is being loaded with pumpkins and scarecrows everywhere.... Read 10 reviews

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• Population 3,447

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: Besides from the education in this area, there new business opening everyday and new people moving here everyday. And there is hardly any crime that happens in this area.... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 4,441

• Suburb of Columbia, SC

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  37 reviews

Current Resident: Very Good. Have lived here since i was 10 yo. Very safe, amazing schools, great community. Especially the schools!... Read 37 reviews

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• Population 1,544

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  Rating 4 out of 5  36 reviews

Current Resident: The people make the area a diverse tapestry of cultures and races. It is a growing area that is a suburb of Greenville, South Carolina. The real estate market caters to the needs of groups of people who want to spend millions to those with want to have a beautiful home and be affordable. The neighborhoods are safe, the area has a charm about it that lends itself to family and love.... Read 36 reviews

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• Population 19,158

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  110 reviews

Current Resident: I love North Augusta! Filled with all the neccessities, shopping, food and activites all around. Tons of cute little shops in downtown north augusta and local restaurants give the community a family feel.... Read 110 reviews

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• Population 24,013

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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  22 reviews

Current Resident: Overall, I liked growing up in Duncan, South Carolina, for many benefits came from this small town. One example would be that my family lived right off the interstate, so there were always new businesses and restaurants being built. Local assistance was also a very admirable quality of Duncan, as the community always pitched in to help the struggling minority. If there was one change I would like to see in Duncan, it would be that the downtown portion be heavily renovated, in order to bring the community back to its former glory.... Read 22 reviews

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• Population 3,937

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  39 reviews

Works Here: As a suburb of Greenville, SC, Fountain Inn has experienced tremendous growth over the last 5 years. That growth has inspired a vibrant, progressive downtown ecosystem with great restaurants, community events, and and robust investments by both the private and public sector. Fountain Inn is a true "small town" with progressive plans and inclusive ideals.... Read 39 reviews

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• Population 10,237

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• Population 975

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• Population 3,317

• Suburb of Columbia, SC

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  140 reviews

Current Resident: I moved here from San Diego, California, and I enjoy living here. The people are very friendly, and I have the best neighbors ever! I moved here as a single mom, and I feel very safe. My advice to anyone moving here is to embrace the culture of a small town. Enjoy the local farmer’s markets, and local cute little cottage style restaurants, and you will enjoy it. If you want a Sprouts, go to Carrot 14. If you want to go to Costco, you will need to drive 20 minutes to Irmo. The traffic is a little crowded at times, but they are also growing rapidly. I think the entire area is dealing with rapid growth. I’m glad I moved here when I did.... Read 140 reviews

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• Population 23,068

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  Rating 3.14 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: It is not too big that you get lost in the shuffle but not too small that you can't explore and find interesting things to do. The people here are for the most part friendly and willing to help their neighbors. It's a beautiful and peaceful area.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 3,534

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: I love Redbank, there just isnt much to do here. the people here are very friendly and i love that people can just spark conversations in grocery stores and leave with a friend.... Read 10 reviews

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• Population 10,070

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: I enjoy living where I do. There are so many fun festivals and activities. It is home to many of my friends and family because of how nice the environment is. Everyone is nice and everybody knows everybody.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 4,047

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: I love living in forest acres, easy access to downtown and to Fort Jackson. I really enjoy living in my neighborhood. It’s a good sign you when your neighbors can enjoy an evening stroll and feel safe.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 10,621

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  Rating 3.26 out of 5  19 reviews

Niche User: Only complaints are that everything is spaced out just far enough so that you can't walk/bike everywhere, and that quality of living isn't consistent across the area--there are very poor places, average places, and very rich places.... Read 19 reviews

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• Population 15,561