Real Estate Investing in Mc Cormick, South Carolina (29835)

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McCormick County • Population: 6,325 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 29835 (Mc Cormick, SC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

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: 22.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 32.8 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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 $343,871
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $55,313
% Renters 16.3%

Market Analysis: 29835 Mc Cormick

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Mc Cormick's 29835 ZIP reflects signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $344K pricing implies.

From a cash-flow lens, the numbers look inviting — $344K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 29835 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Regionally, 29835 sits on the difficult end of the SC spectrum. The a credible choice for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

A impressive renter share of 16% in 29835 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

seems to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Cormick:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 59/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.2× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $873/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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Property Strategy for 29835

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
2.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+10.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$124,115/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $382,447 $1,270 2.4% +9.7% $127,482
4BR $496,459 $1,450 2.1% +10.0% $124,115

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$362K$320K$279K$237K$196K$154KDec 2011Apr 2019Jul 2026

📊 How Does 29835 Compare?

Metric 29835 Mc Cormick South Carolina
Home Value $343,871 $343,871 $299,690
5-Year CAGR 6.6% 6.6% 7.3%
Avg Rent $873 $873 -
Cap Rate 2.0% 2.0% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.6%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $343,871
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 32.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.1%
Cap Rate 2.0%
5-Year IRR 8.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.0%). 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
22.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 29835

Population: 6,325

💰 Median Household Income
$55,313
This area
$55,313
State
$58,636
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
16.3%
This area
16.3%
State
26.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.2%
This area
3.2%
State
-1.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
27.3%
This area
27.3%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
61.9 years
This area
61.9 years
State
22.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.1%
This area
22.1%
State
17.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 51.2%
Black/African American 44.9%
Other/Mixed 3.6%
Hispanic/Latino 1.0%
Asian 0.4%
👶 Under 18
11.2%
This area
11.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
42.5%
This area
42.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
12.0%
This area
12.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 29835

A Avg School Grade
4 Schools
10.3:1 Avg Class Size
$21,584 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

McCormick Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
224 Students
👨‍🏫
10.0:1 Class Size
💰
$21,584 Per Student
A+ Excellent

McCormick High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
204 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$21,584 Per Student
A Very Good

McCormick Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
125 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$21,584 Per Student
👥
69 Students
👨‍🏫
5.8:1 Class Size
About Repit School Scores

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home value in Mc Cormick, SC?

Mc Cormick, SC home values average about $344K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $873/mo in monthly income.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Mc Cormick, SC?

Mc Cormick, SC vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

How viable is house hacking in Mc Cormick, SC?

Mc Cormick, SC is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $344K price point reasonable to enter.

Is SC a landlord-friendly state?

SC ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Mc Cormick generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

How deep is the rental pool in Mc Cormick, SC?

Mc Cormick, SC draws a measured base of working renters. Demand at the $873/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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