29712 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 29712 (Edgemoor, South Carolina) pay a median of $903/year in property taxes on homes valued at $199,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.45%, which is 17% below the South Carolina state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 29712 is approximately $75, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Chester County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Carolina, 29712 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 29067 (0.45%) and 29130 (0.45%).

In Edgemoor, property taxes represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $60,113, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Carolina cycles property revaluations countywide every 5 years, and assessments reset without regard to your purchase price — expect significant tax increases at the next revaluation cycle. Chester County offers a Homestead Exemption ($50,000 off assessed value for primary residences, income-qualified) and Senior Citizens Exemption; file your application with the Chester County Assessor immediately after closing. Contact the Chester County Assessor's office to file for homestead exemption and determine your county's next revaluation date so you can plan for potential tax increases.