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Chapin

This area is famous for its small-town charm and warm hospitality.
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Welcome to Chapin

Chapin, popularly known as the capital of Lake Murray, is famous for its small-town charm and warm hospitality. Meet your neighbors at the popular monthly Farmer’s Market and enjoy a taste of yesterday at local festivals and parades. Beyond Chapin are Saluda and Newberry counties, home to more rural areas of Lake Murray.
 

Estates at Hilton

Most homes located in this area range from $225,000 to $635,000 with around 3–5 bedrooms. The square footage ranges from 2,100 sq ft to 4,690 sq ft. This popular neighborhood has access to Lake Murray with a boat ramp and storage. Estates at Hilton is near I-76 and numerous shopping plazas such as Lexington Place and Seven Oaks Shopping Center.

Magnolia Key

Located off of Amicks Ferry Road in Chapin, SC, Magnolia Key is an inviting neighborhood with homes ranging from the $300,000s to mid $900,000s. Magnolia Key homes are known for their luxurious owner’s suites, two-car garages, and large walk-in closets. Some homes in Magnolia Key are lakefront, offering stunning views.

Night Harbor

Located on a scenic peninsula on Lake Murray, Night Harbor offers around 200 lots, including 185 that are occupied by owners. Night Harbor offers a community clubhouse on the lake, tennis courts, and dry storage used for boats and trailers. Prices range between $300,000 and $700,000.

Park West

Park West is located in the heart of Chapin, SC, and the homes usually range from three to five bedrooms. These homes are traditionally single-family homes. Because there are many amenities in this area, there is a homeowners association with fees that cover the maintenance costs. Students that live in this area often attend Lexington and Richland Five Chapin Schools.

Stoney Point

Stoney Point Subdivision is located just outside of Chapin town limits. Stoney Point offers many amenities including a swimming pool, playground, boat storage, and lot, and it is just a few minutes from a boat landing. This neighborhood is just a few minutes away from many great public schools.

The Oaks

The Oaks in Chapin, SC, is a subdivision with most of the homes built between 2000 and 2005. There has been an upgrade of homes built around 2020 as well. The annual average HOA fee for this neighborhood is $720 a year. This includes a community boat ramp on Lake Murray, boat storage, and a swimming pool.
 

Timberlake Community 

The Timberlake Community consists of 12 separate communities all with excellent access to Lake Murray. Each community is distinct with it's own HOA and it's own style of homes and price ranges. The Timberlake Community also incudes the private Timberlake Golf Community with the only golf course on the lake. 

Overview for Chapin, SC

29,190 people live in Chapin, where the median age is 44 and the average individual income is $47,939. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,190

Total Population

44 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$47,939

Average individual Income

Around Chapin, SC

There's plenty to do around Chapin, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
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25
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sweet Izzy's, J.R. Cash's Grill and Bar, and Publix Super Markets.

Name Category Distance Reviews
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Dining · $ 0.08 miles 14 reviews 4.5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.09 miles 149 reviews 3.9/5 stars
Dining 0.43 miles 11 reviews 3.5/5 stars
Dining 0.44 miles 55 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Dining 0.44 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 0.45 miles 19 reviews 3.4/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Chapin, SC

Chapin has 11,266 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Chapin do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,190 people call Chapin home. The population density is 571 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,190

Total Population

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44 years

Median Age

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11,266

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$47,939

Average individual Income

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Schools in Chapin, SC

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The following schools are within or nearby Chapin. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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