Lexington · Downsizing
Downsizing in Lexington, SC
Moving to less house. We plan the sale and your next home together, so the move happens on your timeline.
Downsizing in Lexington without leaving Lexington
Downsizing in Lexington often means trading a larger two-story home, or a lake house, for something with less to maintain, while staying close to downtown, the lake, and the people you know. Lexington has more of that than many people expect. Over the twelve months ending October 9, 2026, Consolidated MLS recorded about 160 townhouse sales and several dozen patio homes and condos across 29072 and 29073.
In 29073, South Lake Commons is a newer townhome community, and in 29072 townhomes and condos sit closer to downtown. Brick ranches on older 29072 streets are another one-level option.
Talk about downsizing in Lexington
How we help Lexington homeowners downsize
Taylored Realty Team starts with your numbers: what your current home would net and what the next one costs. A home owned for many years in 29072, especially near the lake, often has substantial equity, and knowing that number first makes every other decision easier.
Then we sequence the move, sell first, buy first, or line them up, and prepare your current home with a pre-listing inspection and full marketing. The TRT Moving Truck is yours on moving day.
What to look for in your next Lexington home
- One-level living: ranches, patio homes, or a primary bedroom on the main floor.
- HOA services: some communities handle lawn care, which matters when you want less upkeep.
- Location: close to downtown Lexington's restaurants and events, or to the lake if you are keeping a boat.
Start the conversation
See our Lexington neighborhoods guide and downsizing page, or talk with us about your move.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there townhomes in Lexington, SC?
Yes. About 160 townhouses sold across 29072 and 29073 over the twelve months ending October 9, 2026, including newer townhomes at South Lake Commons in 29073.
Should I sell my lake home before buying a smaller one?
It depends on your equity and financing. We put your sale on a net sheet first, then decide the order with you.
Lexington
What downsizing 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.
The method
How we do it in Lexington
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