Lancaster
Where Southern Charm Meets Peaceful Living
Where Southern Charm Meets Peaceful Living
Nestled just south of Charlotte and rich with Carolina charm, Lancaster, South Carolina offers a refreshing blend of rural serenity and small-town warmth—without sacrificing convenience. Whether you’re seeking a slower pace of life, room to breathe, or a place where neighbors still wave and front porch sitting is a tradition, Lancaster welcomes you home.
Here, low property taxes and a lower cost of living stretch your dollars further—making homeownership not just a dream, but an achievable reality. Families, retirees, and remote workers alike are discovering that Lancaster offers the kind of lifestyle you simply can’t find in more crowded, high-tax areas.
Imagine waking up to quiet mornings, enjoying wide open spaces, and spending your weekends exploring rolling farmland, scenic country roads, and charming historic downtowns. Lancaster’s natural beauty is matched only by the genuine hospitality of its people—a place where local businesses know your name and community isn’t just a word, it’s a way of life.
While Lancaster offers the peace of a rural setting, you're never far from modern amenities. With easy access to nearby Indian Land, Rock Hill, and Charlotte, you can enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment—all just a short drive away.
Whether you're planting roots, seeking simplicity, or craving space to grow, Lancaster is a hidden gem with open arms. Come discover what it feels like to live where life is a little quieter, a little kinder, and a lot more affordable.
Lancaster, SC — Homegrown. Heartfelt. Just Right.
49,870 people live in Lancaster, where the median age is 41.1 and the average individual income is $29,545. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Lancaster, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sylvia's Cakes & Things, Meat Center, and Bake with Heart.
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| Dining · $$ | 4.74 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.41 miles | 12 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.44 miles | 9 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.5 miles | 33 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.39 miles | 8 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.77 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.23 miles | 14 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.93 miles | 12 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.39 miles | 5 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.78 miles | 10 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.62 miles | 21 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.5 miles | 23 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.53 miles | 37 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.15 miles | 4 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.14 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 2.45 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.89 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.41 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Lancaster has 19,335 households, with an average household size of 2.55. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lancaster do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 49,870 people call Lancaster home. The population density is 175.05 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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I am excited to collaborate with you, offering my wealth of experience and commitment to making your real estate journey smooth, rewarding, and ultimately successful. Let's work together toward your goals.
MaryJo Burd
Office
901 Dave Gibson Blvd Fort Mill, SC 29708
