Housing in Barnwell, SC
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$166,433
Barnwell vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Barnwell is highlighted.
Median Home Value
37th%ilemost expensive$137,300show rank
Median Rent
5th%ilemost expensive rent$545show rank
Rent Burden
25th%ilehighest rent burden15.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$137,300
Median Rent
$545
Total Housing Units
2,265
Vacancy Rate
22.3%
Owner Occupied
64.2%
Renter Occupied
35.8%
Median Property Tax
$868
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$741
Housing Types
Single Family69.9%
Multi-Family19.2%
Mobile Home10.9%
The median home value in Barnwell, SC is $137,300. According to Zillow, the home value index for Barnwell is $166,433. The median rent is $545 per month (Census ACS). About 64.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1969. There are 2,265 total housing units.