Real Estate Investing in Loris, South Carolina (29569)

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Horry County • Population: 16,913 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 29569 (Loris, SC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 13.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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 $254,720
Avg Monthly Rent $1,143
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $49,495
% Renters 32.7%

Market Analysis: 29569 Loris

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Loris's 29569 ZIP clocks in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $255K pricing implies.

The 29569 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Nearby ZIPs in Loris have seen price recovery that 29569 has not matched. Horry County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

The 29569 ZIP's population of 16,913 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that records the need for careful underwriting.

Strategy in 29569 is an operator game, not a passive one. From an investor standpoint, entry prices of $255K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Loris:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 66/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,143/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 29569

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+8.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$78,234/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $160,283 $1,270 5.7% +8.9% $80,141
3BR $263,666 $1,600 4.4% +8.9% $87,889
4BR $312,936 $1,860 4.3% +8.2% $78,234

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$270K$233K$196K$159K$122K$85KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 29569 Compare?

Metric 29569 Loris South Carolina
Home Value $254,720 $254,720 $299,690
5-Year CAGR 6.3% 6.3% 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,143 $1,143 -
Cap Rate 3.5% 3.5% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.3%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $254,720
Monthly Rent $1,143
Price-to-Rent 18.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.4%
Cap Rate 3.5%
5-Year IRR 9.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.5%). 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
13.5%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.3%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 29569

Population: 16,913

💰 Median Household Income
$49,495
This area
$49,495
State
$58,636
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
32.7%
This area
32.7%
State
26.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.1%
This area
4.1%
State
-1.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
11.1%
This area
11.1%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.3 years
This area
44.3 years
State
22.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
13.5%
This area
13.5%
State
17.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 65.5%
Black/African American 29.8%
Other/Mixed 3.4%
Asian 1.3%
Hispanic/Latino 0.9%
👶 Under 18
21.2%
This area
21.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.6%
This area
22.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
13.5%
This area
13.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 29569

A Avg School Grade
4 Schools
14.6:1 Avg Class Size
$14,530 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Daisy Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
624 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,530 Per Student
A Very Good

Loris Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
791 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,530 Per Student
A Very Good

Loris Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
729 Students
👨‍🏫
14.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,530 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Loris High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
864 Students
👨‍🏫
16.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,530 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Loris, SC rate as a rental market?

Loris, SC scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $255K and rents near $1,143/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

Does house hacking make sense in Loris, SC?

House hacking in Loris, SC is reasonable to execute. Prices around $255K and rents of $1,143/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

How tight is the rental market in Loris, SC?

Loris, SC carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,143/mo.

How much does a house cost in Loris, SC?

In Loris, SC the median home value sits at $255K. Against the broader SC market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

What real estate strategy is ideal for Loris, SC?

Loris, SC investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($255K prices, $1,143/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

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