29847 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 29847 (Trenton, South Carolina) pay a median of $804/year in property taxes on homes valued at $179,200. 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 29847 is approximately $67, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Edgefield County. This is $231 less than the South Carolina average of $1,035/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Carolina, 29847 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 29518 (0.45%) and 29069 (0.45%).

In Trenton, property taxes represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $69,219, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Carolina reassesses property to current market value at sale with no cap; Edgefield County will establish a new tax basis from your purchase price. Edgefield County grants a $50,000 Homestead Exemption for primary residences — apply to the Edgefield County Assessor's office immediately following closing to reduce your assessed value. Confirm receipt and processing of your exemption claim with the assessor.