1 properties available across 1 county
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$35,000
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$35,000
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Last updated: Sep 25, 2026
South Carolina runs from the Blue Ridge foothills through the rolling Piedmont and a belt of sandy Sandhills to a broad Coastal Plain that covers about two-thirds of the state (South Carolina Encyclopedia). Forest covers 12.8 million acres, or 67% of the land, and 87% of that forest is privately owned, with loblolly and shortleaf pine the most common type (USDA Forest Service, 2023 inventory). Farms cover about 4.55 million acres and grow mainly soybeans, corn, hay, cotton and wheat (USDA Census of Agriculture, 2022). For property tax, vacant land is assessed at 6% of market value, while a qualifying primary residence and up to 5 acres is assessed at 4%; timber tracts of at least 5 acres and other farm tracts of at least 10 acres can be valued on their agricultural use, with county assessor approval and rollback taxes if the use later changes (SC Department of Revenue). South Carolina has no estate or inheritance tax. Rules like these vary by county and change over time, so the county assessor and a real estate attorney can confirm how they apply to a specific parcel. As of September 2026, 1 parcel is listed on Acre Dreams in South Carolina, 3 acres at $35,000 cash, with owner financing.
Six landform regions, from mountain foothills to coastal plain. 12.8 million acres of forest, 87% of it privately owned. Vacant land assessed at 6% of market value; qualifying farm and timber land can be valued on agricultural use. No state estate or inheritance tax. Growing season of roughly 200 to 290 days. Private-land deer season opens as early as August 15 in Game Zone 4. Septic permits from the SC Department of Environmental Services, with a $150 application fee.
Pine timberland (loblolly and shortleaf), Mixed hardwood and oak-hickory forest, Row-crop farmland (soybeans, corn, cotton, peanuts), Pasture and hay land, Sandhills tracts with sandy well-drained soils, Rolling Piedmont acreage, Hunting and recreational land, Rural homesites
South Carolina offers a wide range of land, from Piedmont hills to Pee Dee farmland and Sandhills pine country, and its property taxes on homes are low: the effective rate on owner-occupied housing was 0.47% in 2023, 47th among the states (Tax Foundation). Vacant land is assessed at a higher ratio than a home, so its tax bill is usually higher. Before buying, check road access, the flood zone, and whether the site can get a septic permit. As of September 2026, 1 parcel is listed on Acre Dreams in South Carolina, 3 acres at $35,000 cash, with owner financing.
In general, the county multiplies the land's market value by the 6% assessment ratio and then by the local millage. The 4% ratio applies only to a qualifying primary residence and up to 5 acres, after the assessor approves an application, and qualifying farm and timber land can be valued on agricultural use instead. The county assessor and treasurer can tell you a specific parcel's classification and last tax bill.
Yes. Property without public or community sewer needs site approval and a permit from the SC Department of Environmental Services before a septic system is installed, and the county won't issue a building permit without it. The application fee is $150 and permits to construct are valid for five years. Sites above the Fall Line need backhoe pits for the soil evaluation.
Yes. South Carolina has no landowner exemption, so people hunting their own land need the applicable licenses, permits and tags; only hunters under 16 are exempt. A resident annual hunting license is $12 and the big game permit for deer, turkey and bear is $6 (SCDNR, 2026-27). Seasons vary by game zone, and Marlboro County is in Game Zone 4.
South Carolina charges a deed recording fee of $1.85 for each $500 of value ($3.70 per $1,000), made up of a $1.30 state fee and a $0.55 county fee, plus a $15 filing fee to record the deed. The law places the recording fee on the seller, although who pays is often agreed in the sales contract.
Vacant land in South Carolina on Acre Dreams averages $35,000 per listing, with an average of $11,667 per acre. Parcels range from 3 to 3 acres, with 100% offering owner financing.
Vacant land in South Carolina on Acre Dreams starts at $35,000, with an average listing price of $35,000 and an average price per acre of $11,667. There are 1 parcels currently available across 1 county. Prices and availability are updated regularly.
Yes. Approximately 100% of land listings in South Carolina on Acre Dreams offer owner financing with low down payments. Buyers can purchase land without traditional bank loans.
South Carolina land offerings on Acre Dreams include rural acreage, hunting land, homestead parcels, recreational land, and timberland. Parcel sizes range from 3 to 3 acres.
Browse available South Carolina land listings on Acre Dreams, then contact the seller directly. Many properties are sold by owner (FSBO) with no agent fees. The buying process involves due diligence (checking zoning, access, utilities), making an offer, and closing — which can happen in as little as 3-7 days for cash purchases. Read our complete guide to buying land for detailed step-by-step instructions.
