The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 29801 sells for about $300,000, or $164 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 78 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,059 a month.
ZIP 29801 — Aiken
The Aiken housing market is experiencing moderate growth with a median sale price of $300,000, reflecting a 6.3% year-over-year increase. While inventory remains available, the market is characterized by a balanced pace of sales and steady demand from local buyers. Investors should note the higher vacancy rates in the 29801 ZIP code, which requires careful property management and tenant screening.
This area is a fit for families and retirees seeking a lower cost of living compared to larger metros, as well as investors comfortable with managing properties in a slower-moving market.
Median prices moved up 6.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 78 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
43% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.2% · poverty 21.8% — a mixed stability 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 7.6%/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 3.2%/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 29801, Aiken 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 Aiken are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in the area.
Schools in the Aiken area are part of the Aiken County Public School District, which maintains a mix of ratings across its elementary, middle, and high school campuses.
The area faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding, with insurance premiums reflecting regional climate exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the Savannah River Site and a growing manufacturing and healthcare sector in the Augusta-Aiken metropolitan area.
Property taxes are assessed by Aiken County based on the fair market value of the property, with specific millage rates applied by local school districts and municipal authorities.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major corridors providing access to the Augusta employment hub.
The area features access to local parks, the historic Aiken downtown district, and various golf courses, with shopping and dining concentrated along major thoroughfares.
The rental market shows a vacancy rate of approximately 15.3%, suggesting a higher supply of available units relative to demand compared to national norms.
The economy is anchored by the Savannah River Site, healthcare providers, and a growing manufacturing base in the Aiken-Augusta region.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with limited public transit options connecting the residential areas to the employment core.
Development is focused on expanding residential capacity to accommodate regional population growth.
Aiken County Central Appraisal District manages property assessments based on annual market value updates.
Parcels are subject to Aiken County school district taxes and municipal service fees where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the prevalence of older housing stock.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
- Richardson's Lake Water Park4.76 mi
- Topgolf4.217.9 mi
- SRP Park4.716.6 mi
- Bell Auditorium4.416.6 mi
- Savannah River Brewing Co.4.816.7 mi
- The Salvation Army Kroc Center Augusta4.517.7 mi
- Citizens Park4.53.5 mi
- Langley Pond Park4.68.7 mi
- PlayLand of Aiken4.75 mi
- Richardson's Lake Water Park4.76 mi
- Regal Aiken Mall4.15.2 mi
- Augusta Museum of History4.716.2 mi
- Morris Museum of Art4.816.4 mi
- Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site4.714.5 mi
- Sacred Heart Cultural Center4.816.9 mi
- The TREEHOUSE4.816.5 mi
- Citizens Park4.53.5 mi
- Langley Pond Park4.68.7 mi
- Hopelands Gardens4.82.7 mi
- Odell Weeks Activity Center4.54 mi
- Boyd Pond Park4.510.4 mi
- Augusta Riverwalk Marina4.616.1 mi
- Riverview Park Boat Ramp, SC4.517.2 mi
- Woodside Country Club4.66.1 mi
- Houndslake Country Club44.6 mi
- Midland Valley Golf Club3.97.1 mi
- The Reserve Club At Woodside4.77 mi
- Publix Super Market at Woodside Shopping Center4.55.2 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.44.7 mi
- Sara's Fresh Market4.612.4 mi
- The Fresh Market4.53.6 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.34.7 mi
- Augusta Regional Airport4.220.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A landmark area known for its equestrian heritage and historic estates.
A public garden featuring walking paths and historic structures.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.