Why Live in Lydia
Lydia, a neighborhood in Hartsville, is characterized by ranch-style and manufactured homes, with many properties featuring at least an acre of land. The narrow roads and dirt or gravel driveways add to the rural charm, though garages and carports are uncommon. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of hunting and fishing opportunities, with nearby Macro Millpond and Boggy Gully Swamp being popular spots. Joyful Noise Riding Academy offers horse-riding lessons just a few miles away, while Fox Creek Golf Club is about 2 miles down West Lydia Highway. For family fun, Neptune Island Waterpark in Hartsville provides a splash pad, water slides, and pools. Dining options include Mr. B's, known for its southern fare and fried chicken, and Tommy's Self-Service, a century-old country store with a deli and fresh meats. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents head to Hartsville, home to grocery stores like Piggly Wiggly and Food Lion, as well as Walmart. Lydia is conveniently located off Highway 15, making it easy to reach downtown Florence, about 25 miles away, and the Florence Regional Airport. The nearest medical facility, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, is approximately 5 miles away in Hartsville. Students in Lydia attend schools in the Darlington County School District, with North Hartsville Elementary, Hartsville Middle School, and Hartsville High School all receiving high ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lydia a good place to live?
Lydia is a good place to live. Lydia is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Lydia is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Lydia has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $58,533 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Lydia are home owners, with 23.1% of residents renting and 76.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lydia can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lydia neighborhood guide.
Is Lydia, SC a safe neighborhood?
Lydia, SC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lydia?
The median home price in Lydia is $255,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $51,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $57K a year to afford the median home price in Lydia. The average household income in Lydia is $59K.
What are the best public schools in Lydia?
The best public schools that serve Lydia are:
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Home Trends in Lydia, SC
On average, homes in Lydia, Hartsville sell after 160 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Lydia, Hartsville over the last 12 months is $249,400, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$249,400
Median Single Family Sale Price
$262,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$255,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
29%