Real Estate Investing in Mc Clellanville, South Carolina (29458)

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Charleston County • Population: 2,354 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 29458 (Mc Clellanville, SC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (40/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 29.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 32.0% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $451,420
Avg Monthly Rent $1,917
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $46,563
% Renters 13.6%

Market Analysis: 29458 Mc Clellanville

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Mc Clellanville's 29458 ZIP shows signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $451K pricing implies.

In practical terms, the numbers look inviting — $451K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 29458 is substantial and deserves full respect.

ZIP 29458's metrics run below Charleston County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

On balance, 2,354 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategically, 29458 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Mc Clellanville:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 54/100
Affordability
0/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 9.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,917/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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COOL MARKET
Charleston-North Charleston, SC Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
84 days
Average time to sell
Slow
9.3%
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 Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro data
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Property Strategy for 29458

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+10.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$136,199/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $289,586 $2,130 5.3% +10.8% $144,793
3BR $408,596 $2,630 4.6% +9.3% $136,199
4BR $573,768 $3,100 3.9% +10.1% $143,442

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$482K$409K$337K$264K$192K$119KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 29458 Compare?

Metric 29458 Mc Clellanville Charleston-North Charleston, SC South Carolina
Home Value $451,420 $451,420 N/A $299,690
5-Year CAGR 6.4% 6.4% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,917 $1,917 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.4%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $451,420
Monthly Rent $1,917
Price-to-Rent 19.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.1%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 9.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.3%). 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
29.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 29458

Population: 2,354

💰 Median Household Income
$46,563
This area
$46,563
State
$58,636
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
13.6%
This area
13.6%
State
26.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.2%
This area
0.2%
State
-1.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
33.0%
This area
33.0%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.1 years
This area
48.1 years
State
22.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
29.5%
This area
29.5%
State
17.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 53.1%
Black/African American 45.9%
Other/Mixed 1.1%
Hispanic/Latino 0.3%
👶 Under 18
24.0%
This area
24.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.2%
This area
19.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
32.0%
This area
32.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 29458

A Avg School Grade
3 Schools
12.2:1 Avg Class Size
$22,382 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

St. James Santee Elementary-Middle

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
170 Students
👨‍🏫
8.7:1 Class Size
💰
$20,688 Per Student
A Very Good

Lambs Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
506 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$20,688 Per Student
A Very Good

Cape Romain Environmental Education Charter School

📚 Pre-K – 08 School Charter
👥
186 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$25,770 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which real estate strategy fits Mc Clellanville, SC?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Mc Clellanville, SC. With home values at $451K and rents near $1,917/mo, other strategies can work but produce stable rather than outsized returns.

How much does a house cost in Mc Clellanville, SC?

Expect median prices around $451K in Mc Clellanville, SC. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been even-keeled.

Is Mc Clellanville, SC a smart market for rental property?

Mc Clellanville, SC scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $451K and rents near $1,917/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Mc Clellanville, SC?

Vacancy risk in Mc Clellanville, SC is elevated. That supports even-keeled cash flow for typical rental holds.

Are landlord laws favorable in Mc Clellanville, SC?

The landlord environment in Mc Clellanville, SC is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

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