Real Estate Investing in Rock Hill, South Carolina (29732)

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York County • Population: 57,551 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 29732 (Rock Hill, SC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (63/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $355,268
Avg Monthly Rent $1,471
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $77,601
% Renters 27.6%

Market Analysis: 29732 Rock Hill

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Rock Hill's 29732 ZIP posts signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $355K pricing implies.

For an experienced owner, 29732 can be a worth a close look for hunting ground — but the discount at $355K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Nearby ZIPs in Rock Hill have seen price recovery that 29732 has not matched. York County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Resident income in 29732 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The 29732 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Rock Hill:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
14/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.6× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+0.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,471/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 29732

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+9.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$108,464/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $216,929 $1,510 5.0% +9.1% $108,464
3BR $330,863 $1,860 4.0% +7.7% $110,288
4BR $466,378 $2,360 3.6% +8.1% $116,594
5BR $565,597 +8.4% $113,119

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$376K$326K$277K$228K$179K$130KJun 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,591$1,546$1,502$1,457$1,413$1,368Nov 2021Mar 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 29732 Compare?

Metric 29732 Rock Hill South Carolina
Home Value $355,268 $215,435 $299,690
5-Year CAGR 5.0% 4.8% 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,471 $1,485 -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.6% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.0%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $355,268
Monthly Rent $1,471
Price-to-Rent 20.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.0%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 8.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +0.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -3.0% ▼
3-Year CAGR -0.9% ▼
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). 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
5.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 29732

Population: 57,551

💰 Median Household Income
$77,601
This area
$77,601
State
$58,636
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
27.6%
This area
27.6%
State
26.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
State
-1.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
39.8%
This area
39.8%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.3 years
This area
40.3 years
State
22.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.1%
This area
5.1%
State
17.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 71.6%
Black/African American 20.1%
Other/Mixed 6.5%
Hispanic/Latino 3.1%
Asian 1.8%
👶 Under 18
21.9%
This area
21.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.6%
This area
17.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 29732

B+ Avg School Grade
12 Schools
14.1:1 Avg Class Size
$16,340 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Riverwalk Academy

📚 K – 12 K-12 Charter
👥
680 Students
👨‍🏫
10.4:1 Class Size
💰
$25,770 Per Student
A Very Good

Ebinport Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
459 Students
👨‍🏫
12.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
A Very Good

India Hook Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
544 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
A Very Good

Mount Gallant Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
502 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
A Very Good

Rawlinson Road Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
654 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
A Very Good

Richmond Drive Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
496 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
A Very Good

York Road Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
436 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Dutchman Creek Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
868 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Old Pointe Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
569 Students
👨‍🏫
15.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
B+ Above Average

York Preparatory Academy

📚 K – 12 K-12 Charter
👥
1,681 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$25,770 Per Student
B Good

Northwestern High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,764 Students
👨‍🏫
16.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,454 Per Student
C+ Average

Applied Technology Center

📚 09 – 12 High School Limited Data
💰
$14,454 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

7 Nearby 585 Off-Campus Students
C+
Winthrop University
4,694 students · 3.4 mi
D
Clinton College
106 students · 4.4 mi
C
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Rock Hill
172 students · 4.8 mi
C
York Technical College
4,731 students · 5.4 mi
D
DeVry University-North Carolina
15 students · 14.3 mi
F
Chamberlain University-North Carolina
216 students · 14.3 mi
D
Empire Beauty School-Pineville
81 students · 14.7 mi

Investor Insight: With 585 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are renters plentiful in Rock Hill, SC?

Rock Hill, SC draws a steady base of working renters. Demand at the $1,471/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

How high is vacancy risk in Rock Hill, SC?

Rock Hill, SC carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect predictable absorption at market rents of $1,471/mo.

How much does a house cost in Rock Hill, SC?

In Rock Hill, SC the median home value sits at $355K. Against the broader SC market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

How landlord-friendly is Rock Hill, SC?

Landlord-friendliness in Rock Hill, SC is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

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

Our data puts Rock Hill, SC at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $355K and rents around $1,471/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

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