Lamar, SC

Real estate in Lamar, SC is a hot commodity. With a population of just over 10,000 people, the city has seen an influx of new residents in recent years. This has led to an increase in demand for homes and apartments, which has driven up prices.

The city is located in the Upstate region of South Carolina. It is bordered by the city of Greenville to the north and east, by Simpsonville to the south and west, and by Seneca to the southwest. The area around Lamar was once part of Cherokee Nation land.

Lamar is home to several universities, including Clemson University and Winthrop University. These institutions have helped drive up demand for housing near campus. Additionally, many businesses in Lamar are related to healthcare or technology – two sectors that are growing rapidly nationwide. As a result, there is a high demand for rental properties and condominiums in Lamar.

The median price of a home in Lamar was $157,500 as of September 2017. This represents an increase of more than 20% from 2016 levels. The average price per square foot was $104 – well above the statewide average of $81 per square foot. Rental properties also remain popular in Lamar; as of September 2017, there were 1,847 active listings available across all types of properties (single family homes, condos/townhomes/apartments etc.).