Why Live in Second Mill
Second Mill in Sumter features midcentury homes on spacious lots along the wooded edges of Second Millpond. Developed between the late 1940s and late 1970s, the homes range from brick ranch-style and Cape Cod-inspired to Colonial Revival, typically on quarter to half-acre lots. The neighborhood is bordered by Sumter's greenbelt and is close to Swan Lake Iris Gardens, which has a Japanese iris garden and all eight species of swan.
Less than a mile from the University of South Carolina Sumter and Central Carolina Technical College, the area is convenient for faculty, staff and families. Palmetto Park, with its sports complex and tennis center, and the lakefront trails of Swan Lake Iris Gardens offer recreational opportunities. Streets are quiet, suitable for morning runs or walks with pets.
Residents have access to Sumter's main retail area on Broad Street, featuring the Sumter Mall, big box stores, grocery stores and dining options like Mariachi's and Johnny's Garden and Juice Bar. The Sumter Farmers Market on the USC-Sumter campus is popular for fresh produce and artisan goods. Downtown Sumter, about 3 miles away, offers boutiques, restaurants and events like Oktoberfest on Main and Fourth Fridays.
Second Mill is 10 miles from Shaw Air Force Base, contributing to the community's patriotic spirit. Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital is less than 3 miles away, and the neighborhood is well-connected with Highway 378 and Interstate 95 nearby, providing access to Florence, Columbia and Charleston. For air travel, residents can choose between regional airports in Columbia and Florence or drive to Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, 115 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Second Mill a good place to live?
Second Mill is a good place to live. Second Mill is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Second Mill is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Second Mill has 7 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $77,457 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 44.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Second Mill are home owners, with 11.8% of residents renting and 88.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Second Mill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Second Mill neighborhood guide.
Is Second Mill, SC a safe neighborhood?
Second Mill, 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 Second Mill?
The median home price in Second Mill is $262,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $52,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $56K a year to afford the median home price in Second Mill. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Second Mill is $77K.
What are the best public schools in Second Mill?
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What are the best private schools in Second Mill?
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Are home prices dropping in Second Mill?
Yes, home prices in Second Mill are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Second Mill, SC
On average, homes in Second Mill, Sumter sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Second Mill, Sumter over the last 12 months is $220,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$244,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$127
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median List Price
$262,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%