The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 29693 sells for about $375,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +25% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $535 a month.
ZIP 29693 — Westminster
The 29693 housing market shows significant price appreciation over the last year, though sales volume remains moderate. The market is driven by a mix of local demand and interest from buyers seeking affordable, rural-adjacent living. Figures for specific metrics like price cuts were not explicitly published for this ZIP and are omitted.
This ZIP is well-suited for retirees and families seeking affordable housing and access to outdoor recreation, as well as commuters who prefer a quieter, rural-adjacent lifestyle.
Median prices moved up 25.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 5.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 12.5% — 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 12.0%/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 4.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 29693, Oconee County SC
Crime rates in Westminster are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern in the area.
Schools serving the 29693 area are part of the Oconee County School District, which generally maintains average performance ratings compared to state benchmarks.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with low to moderate flood risk in specific low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing and service sectors, with steady residential development occurring on the outskirts of the city.
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.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with average travel times to employment hubs in Greenville or Anderson ranging from 45 to 60 minutes.
The area offers significant outdoor amenities including proximity to Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee, along with local parks and trails suitable for hiking and fishing.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with limited inventory and a significant presence of long-term residential rentals.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and retail services, with a focus on regional industrial growth.
Transportation is primarily served by state highways, with limited public transit options available for regional commuting.
Development planning focuses on expanding residential capacity while maintaining the area's rural character.
Oconee County Assessor manages property valuations, conducting periodic reassessments to align with market values.
Parcels are subject to Oconee County school and municipal tax districts, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners should account for regional weather-related risks.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS tables for ZCTA 29693.
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.
- Sweet Retreat4.39 mi
- The Escape Quest59 mi
- Memorial Stadium4.817.2 mi
- Littlejohn Coliseum4.717 mi
- Doug Kingsmore Stadium4.816.9 mi
- Apple Mountain Resort at Clarkesville4.317.6 mi
- T. Ed Garrison Arena4.618.9 mi
- Tugaloo State Park4.710.9 mi
- Stumphouse Tunnel4.711.3 mi
- Lake Hartwell State Park4.512.3 mi
- Brasstown Falls4.810.3 mi
- Riley Moore Falls4.86.8 mi
- Camp Toccoa At Currahee4.915.8 mi
- Oconee Station State Historic Site4.814.3 mi
- Currahee Military Museum4.911.7 mi
- Bob Campbell Geology Museum4.818 mi
- Traveler's Rest State Historic Site4.86 mi
- Tugaloo State Park4.710.9 mi
- Stumphouse Tunnel4.711.3 mi
- Lake Hartwell State Park4.512.3 mi
- Riley Moore Falls4.86.8 mi
- South Cove County Park4.611.1 mi
- Keowee Marina | Boat Rentals Lake Keowee4.611.9 mi
- Clemson Marina4.516.2 mi
- Harbor Light Marina4.613 mi
- Currahee Club4.75 mi
- Chickasaw Point Golf Course4.48.6 mi
- Oconee Country Club48 mi
- Publix Super Market at Seneca 130 Plaza4.612.2 mi
- Ingles Market4.412.4 mi
- Ingles Markets4.39.2 mi
- Chattooga Belle Farm4.710.9 mi
- Ingles Markets4.410.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major reservoir offering boating, fishing, and camping.
Local community park with sports facilities and picnic areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.