Real Estate Investing in Chesnee, South Carolina (29323)

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Spartanburg County • Population: 15,087 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 29323 (Chesnee, SC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (67/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 9.3% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $293,975
Avg Monthly Rent $1,538
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $57,878
% Renters 22.4%

Market Analysis: 29323 Chesnee

From an investor standpoint, ZIP 29323 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $294K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Put differently, the numbers look inviting — $294K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 29323 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Statewide comparisons place 29323 among SC's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Resident income in 29323 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 29323 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Chesnee:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,538/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Spartanburg, SC Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
63 days
Average time to sell
Slow
10.6%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Spartanburg, SC metro data
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Property Strategy for 29323

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+10.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$82,093/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $164,185 $1,090 4.8% +10.3% $82,093
3BR $282,969 $1,350 3.4% +9.3% $94,323
4BR $396,119 $1,470 2.7% +8.8% $99,030

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$312K$268K$224K$180K$136K$92KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,539$1,539$1,538$1,538$1,538$1,537May 2026Jun 2026Jun 2026

📊 How Does 29323 Compare?

Metric 29323 Chesnee Spartanburg, SC South Carolina
Home Value $293,975 $293,975 N/A $299,690
5-Year CAGR 7.4% 7.4% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,538 $1,538 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.1% 4.1% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.1%
Fair
5yr Growth
+7.4%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Spartanburg, SC metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
58%
Days Pending
2/2
63 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $293,975
Monthly Rent $1,538
Price-to-Rent 15.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.3%
Cap Rate 4.1%
5-Year IRR 11.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.1%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
9.3%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 29323

Population: 15,087

💰 Median Household Income
$57,878
This area
$57,878
State
$58,636
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
22.4%
This area
22.4%
State
26.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.5%
This area
3.5%
State
-1.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
18.9%
This area
18.9%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
38.7 years
This area
38.7 years
State
22.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
9.3%
This area
9.3%
State
17.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 85.7%
Black/African American 5.9%
Other/Mixed 5.8%
Hispanic/Latino 3.3%
Asian 2.5%
👶 Under 18
23.5%
This area
23.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.3%
This area
15.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.8%
This area
8.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 29323

B+ Avg School Grade
6 Schools
14.8:1 Avg Class Size
$12,458 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Carlisle-Foster's Grove Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
566 Students
👨‍🏫
14.5:1 Class Size
💰
$12,458 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Chesnee Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
629 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
💰
$12,458 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Chesnee Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
549 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$12,458 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Cooley Springs-Fingerville Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
375 Students
👨‍🏫
13.5:1 Class Size
💰
$12,458 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Rainbow Lake Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
996 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$12,458 Per Student
B Good

Chesnee High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
796 Students
👨‍🏫
17.3:1 Class Size
💰
$12,458 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 3,241 Off-Campus Students
D
Sherman College of Chiropractic
381 students · 9.0 mi
C+
University of South Carolina-Upstate
4,946 students · 9.8 mi
C
Spartanburg Community College
6,330 students · 11.6 mi
B
Wofford College
1,873 students · 11.8 mi
C
Converse University
1,341 students · 12.0 mi
C
Spartanburg Methodist College
1,029 students · 12.5 mi
C
Isothermal Community College
1,810 students · 14.3 mi
C
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Spartanburg
132 students · 14.7 mi

Investor Insight: With 3,241 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What price range are homes in Chesnee, SC?

Expect median prices around $294K in Chesnee, SC. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been stable.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Chesnee, SC?

Chesnee, SC carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,538/mo.

Is Chesnee, SC a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Chesnee, SC reflects its $294K prices and $1,538/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within SC.

Is rental property easy to operate in Chesnee, SC?

For rental operators, Chesnee, SC rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Chesnee, SC?

House hacking in Chesnee, SC is reasonable to execute. Prices around $294K and rents of $1,538/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

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