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Buying a Home in Lexington, SC
Buy with a plan, not a guess. Pre-approval first, a focused search, and an offer run all the way to the closing attorney.
Buying a home in Lexington: pick your ZIP first
Buying a home in Lexington means choosing between two markets. In 29072, you are near downtown Lexington and Lake Murray, with brick ranches, two-story homes, custom homes, and lakefront property, at a median sold price of $376,082 over the twelve months ending October 9, 2026. In 29073, around White Knoll and Red Bank, most homes are newer suburban builds, at a median of $270,160, according to Consolidated MLS.
Both move quickly. Half the homes sold in each ZIP went under contract within about four weeks, so getting pre-approved before you tour pays off here.
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How we help you buy in Lexington
Taylored Realty Team helps you choose the ZIP and the subdivision before the house. If you are looking at new construction, which was nearly half of 29073's sales last year, bring us to the first visit to the sales office. The builder's representative works for the builder, and the builder's contract is different from a resale contract.
For resale homes, we pull comps from the same subdivision and ZIP, so your offer is grounded. See how we help you buy.
What to check before you buy in Lexington
- Town limits: a Lexington address may or may not be inside the Town of Lexington.
- Schools: much of Lexington is in Lexington County School District One, but we confirm by address.
- HOA rules and dues, common in newer subdivisions.
- Lake homes: water access, docks, flood zone, and insurance.
- Your commute: I-20, US-378, Platt Springs Road, and South Lake Drive, at rush hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 29072 or 29073 better for buyers?
Neither is better by default. 29072 has the lake, downtown, and a higher median price. 29073 has more new construction and a lower median. Your budget and commute decide.
Should I bring an agent to a Lexington builder's sales office?
Yes. The builder's representative works for the builder. Many builders ask that your agent be with you on your first visit.
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What buying a home looks like in Lexington
West of Columbia, with Lake Murray and downtown Lexington in 29072 and newer subdivisions in 29073.
Lexington has two residential ZIP codes that work like two different markets: 29072, with downtown Lexington and the Lake Murray corridor, and 29073, with the White Knoll and Red Bank areas. A Lexington mailing address does not always mean the home is inside the Town of Lexington.
- The homes
- In 29072: brick ranches, traditional two-story homes, craftsman designs, townhomes, custom homes, and lakefront property near Lake Murray. In 29073: one- and two-story suburban homes, townhomes, and a lot of new construction, with nearly half of last year's sales built in 2024 or later.
- Why people choose it
- People choose 29072 for Lake Murray, downtown Lexington, and custom or lakefront homes, and 29073 for newer floor plans, more room for the money, and quick access to I-20.
- Schools people ask about
- Much of Lexington is in Lexington County School District One, but assignment is set by address and district lines do not follow ZIP codes, so we confirm the school for each home.
- Getting around
- I-20 and US-378 connect Lexington to Columbia. In 29073, Platt Springs Road and South Lake Drive carry most daily traffic.
- Nearby
- Downtown Lexington and the Icehouse Amphitheater, Virginia Hylton Park, the Old Mill Pond Trail, Lake Murray, and Red Bank Arena.
- The trade-off
- 29072 costs more, especially near the lake, and waterfront homes bring added upkeep and insurance. 29073 costs less, but commutes vary by subdivision and the main roads get congested at rush hour.
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