The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 29672 sells for about $571,109, or $241 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 70 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,392 a month.
ZIP 29672 — Seneca
The housing market in 29672 is characterized by high home values and a strong preference for lakefront properties, which keeps demand steady despite broader economic headwinds. While inventory is sufficient, the market is currently experiencing a slower pace of sales compared to previous years. Figures for specific metrics like price-cut percentages and exact sales counts are derived from regional market reports as ZIP-specific data is limited.
This ZIP is well-suited for retirees, second-home buyers, and affluent families attracted to the lakefront lifestyle and scenic environment.
Median prices moved up 6.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 70 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 7.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 29672, Oconee County SC
The area is served by the School District of Oconee County, which generally maintains stable performance ratings within the regional context.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal storm activity; insurance premiums are influenced by proximity to Lake Keowee.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to Lake Keowee and regional tourism, with ongoing residential development catering to retirees and second-home buyers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (South Carolina) — Property Tax Assessment Ratio: Property tax is calculated by multiplying the fair market value by an assessment ratio, then applying the local millage rate. The assessment ratio is 4% for owner-occupied legal residences and 6% for other real property.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling toward Seneca's commercial core or toward Clemson and Greenville via SC-11 and US-123.
The ZIP features extensive access to Lake Keowee for boating and fishing, alongside local parks and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains for hiking.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and a mix of long-term and seasonal/vacation rentals, with rent growth having recently stabilized.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, healthcare, and services related to the lakefront residential market.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use; there is limited public transit infrastructure in the immediate area.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion and lakefront amenity improvements.
Oconee County Assessor manages property valuations with periodic reassessments to align with market values.
Parcels are subject to Oconee County school and municipal tax levies; specific utility districts manage water and sewer services.
Property insurance markets are stable but sensitive to regional weather patterns and proximity to water bodies.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- Kids Play & Cafe Easley4.819 mi
- Shores of Asbury RV Resort4.517.6 mi
- Sweet Retreat4.34.9 mi
- The Escape Quest55.7 mi
- Memorial Stadium4.87.7 mi
- Littlejohn Coliseum4.77.5 mi
- Doug Kingsmore Stadium4.87.4 mi
- T. Ed Garrison Arena4.610.9 mi
- The Oasis Ranch Mini Golf4.94.9 mi
- Stumphouse Tunnel4.711.1 mi
- Oconee State Park4.712.2 mi
- South Cove County Park4.63.4 mi
- Yellow Branch Falls Trail4.811.3 mi
- Yellow Branch Falls4.911.4 mi
- Hagood Mill Historic Site4.816.9 mi
- Oconee Station State Historic Site4.89.6 mi
- Bob Campbell Geology Museum4.88.8 mi
- Traveler's Rest State Historic Site4.819.8 mi
- Newry Mill4.42.8 mi
- Stumphouse Tunnel4.711.1 mi
- Oconee State Park4.712.2 mi
- South Cove County Park4.63.4 mi
- High Falls County Park4.62.7 mi
- Keowee-Toxaway State Park4.712.4 mi
- Keowee Marina | Boat Rentals Lake Keowee4.63.2 mi
- Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee4.610.4 mi
- Portman Marina Inc4.317.8 mi
- Sunset Marina on Lake Keowee4.57.1 mi
- Clemson Marina4.57.8 mi
- The Oasis Ranch Mini Golf4.94.9 mi
- The Walker Course4.68.4 mi
- Windsor At Walhalla4.36.9 mi
- Oconee Country Club46.4 mi
- The Bel Short Course4.612.8 mi
- Publix Super Market at Gateway Village4.68.5 mi
- Publix Super Market at Seneca 130 Plaza4.63.8 mi
- Ingles Market4.43.9 mi
- Marshalls4.36.5 mi
- Ingles Markets4.36 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major reservoir providing boating, fishing, and recreational access.
A scenic trail system for walking and outdoor exercise.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.