The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 29718 sells for about $494,000, or $205 per square foot.
Prices are down 6.7% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 43 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $810 a month.
ZIP 29718 — Jefferson
The housing market in 29718 is showing signs of stabilization after a period of rapid price appreciation. While year-over-year prices have softened slightly, demand remains supported by the area's strong school district and proximity to Charlotte. Inventory levels are beginning to normalize, providing more options for buyers in a competitive but cooling environment.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals working in the Charlotte metro area who prioritize high-quality schools, suburban amenities, and a balance between modern development and green space.
Median prices moved down 6.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 43 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.1% · poverty 12.1% — 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 7.2%/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 7.1%/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 29718, York County SC
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Fort Mill area remain generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern in suburban developments.
The area is served by the Fort Mill School District, which is consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in South Carolina.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with localized flood risks near the Catawba River basin.
Fort Mill continues to experience rapid growth driven by its proximity to Charlotte, with significant expansion in corporate office parks and mixed-use residential developments.
Property taxes are assessed by York County based on a 4% assessment ratio for owner-occupied primary residences, with additional millage rates applied by the school district and municipal entities.
Residents primarily commute via I-77, which provides a direct corridor to the Charlotte employment core, though traffic congestion during peak hours is a common challenge.
The area features extensive access to the Anne Springs Close Greenway, multiple golf courses, and proximity to Lake Wylie for water-based recreation.
The rental market is characterized by high demand due to the area's popularity with young professionals and families, leading to steady rent growth and low vacancy rates.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the Charlotte financial and professional services sector, with significant local employment in healthcare, education, and corporate headquarters.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with I-77 serving as the primary artery; public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Ongoing development focuses on high-density residential and commercial expansion along the I-77 corridor and near the Kingsley district.
Parcels are subject to Fort Mill School District taxes and various municipal service fees, with some newer developments falling under specific HOA or master-planned community assessments.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional weather patterns, though the area remains generally insurable without the extreme risk profiles found in coastal zones.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Carolina Motorsports Park4.817.5 mi
- Buford Battleground4.817.7 mi
- Mc Leod Farms Antique Museum4.916.1 mi
- White Plains Golf Club4.47.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A 2,100-acre nature preserve offering hiking, biking, and equestrian trails.
A mixed-use community hub featuring local retail, restaurants, and community events.
A historic 18-hole course serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.