Why Live in Privateer
Privateer in Sumter, South Carolina, offers a rural lifestyle with its oak-lined farmlands and spacious acreages, just 10 miles from downtown Sumter. This community features homes primarily developed from the 1970s to early 2000s, with properties often sitting on one to three acres, providing ample space for additions like pools or workshops. Home styles include manufactured homes, ranch-style houses, and new traditional homes. Residents enjoy proximity to Highway 261, a historic route from the American Revolution, and can easily access shopping and events in Sumter, such as Oktoberfest on Main and the Iris Festival. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Links at Lakewood golf course is 4 miles away, and Live Oak Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course. Mill Creek Park, known for its fishing pond, is 12 miles away, while Poinsett State Park, with its trails and scenic mill ruins, is 17 miles from Privateer. The neighborhood is connected to nearby amenities via Highway 15, including a shopping center in Lakewood with a Food Lion and local eateries like Hawaii Seafood Steak House and Tony's Place. Despite its rural charm, Privateer is conveniently located within driving distance of major cities and attractions, being 45 miles from Columbia and 90 miles from Charleston. The Sumter School District serves the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Privateer a good place to live?
Privateer is a good place to live. Privateer is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Privateer has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $59,480 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Privateer are home owners, with 28.8% of residents renting and 71.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Privateer can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Privateer neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Privateer?
The median home price in Privateer is $595,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $132K a year to afford the median home price in Privateer. The average household income in Privateer is $59K.
What are the best public schools in Privateer?
The best public schools that serve Privateer are:
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Are home prices dropping in Privateer?
Yes, home prices in Privateer are down 29% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Privateer, SC
On average, homes in Privateer, Sumter sell after 141 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Privateer, Sumter over the last 12 months is $330,400, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$330,400
Median Single Family Sale Price
$595,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$595,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%