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Welcome to Chapin, SC, The Capital of Lake Murray!

"Welcome to the Capital of Lake Murray" signs greet visitors and residents alike on the drive in to Chapin SC, a bedroom community just 20 - 30 minutes northwest of Columbia, the official capital of South Carolina. Primarily located in Lexington County, the last census reports a population of 19,140 and includes a few homes in Richland and a handful in Newberry Counties. The area is appropriately referred to by local real estate appraisers as “The Golden Triangle” due to it’s well known affiliation with the best public schools, some of the lowest crime statistics in the state, and home to more lake accessible housing options than any of the surrounding Lake Murray areas. Sales people and those who travel love to call Chapin home. Proximity to 3 major interstates provides easy commutes to & from employment in neighboring larger cities and affords just a 2 hour drive to the beaches or mountains of SC. I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the ease of the Columbia airport. While it’s not a huge transportation hub, it is super easy to get in and out, not to mention, the 1-2 hour drive time to many other local airports such as Greenville, Augusta, Charleston, and the access to the considerably larger Charlotte airport. Simply put, if you are looking to live near Lake Murray, starting to look to search for Chapin SC homes for sale is the best place to start.

Chapin has Great Weather and Lots to do.

Chapins overall mild climate, steamy summers and really only two cold months at most a year, give cause for locals to say, " It’s like being on vacation all the time!” Water activities such as water sports, fishing, camping, sailing, & boating in addition to the only golf course on the shores of Lake Murray, Timberlake Golf & Country Club, are a part of everyday life 8-9 months out of the year. If your desire is something more than the annual spring jazz festival or a summer nights comedian show on Chapin’s Beaufort St., plenty of other cultural & musical events are a stones throw away in Columbia, Newberry, Augusta, & Charlotte. Chapin also has it’s own town theater if that’s your thing. The largest mall in the greater Columbia MSA is just a 15 - 20 minute drive and ensures residents no shortage of shopping big box stores. If your heart desires a change of shopping scenery, South Park Mall in Charlotte or the boutiques along King Street in Charleston are an easy day trip.

Experience Downtown Chapin and Some of the Best Restaurants

Downtown Chapin is centered around cobblestone Beaufort Street where you might find a summer concert series taking place, the annual Chili Cook off contest, or on the first Saturday of spring & summer months Chapin Farmers Market. Many ask about what are the best restaurants in Chapin? Local food fare includes a great selection of locally owned restaurants. If traveling by car, residents choose from Catch 22, Zorba’s J Peters, Pompeii Oven, La Fogata, Groucho’s, Koi, Doza Rizen and Higher Ground Char House. Of course there are two coffee shops, The Daily Grind and Coffee Shelf and your typical fast food choices such as Hardees, McDonalds, Sonic, Waffle House and BoJangles. If traveling by boat, there are three restaurants just around the corner open year round accessible by boat or car, Liberty on the Lake, The Rusty Anchor, and Frayed Knot. There’s even an Irish pub in the heart of town where in the fall you’ll find rival college football fans cheering their teams on over the big screen TV’s here, at Pompeii Oven or LaFogata. There just isn’t anything bad to say about this little place. Good medical facilities are abundant in and about the Chapin area to include several locations within the Lexington Medical Center Group who earned an “A", the highest score among area hospitals in 2018 and there’s no need to drive downtown Columbia for a regular doctor, dentist, or orthopedic because they are all right here.

Chapin is Home to Top Schools and a Strong Comunity!

"Neighborhood Scout" reports Chapin's neighborhoods as home to the highest number of college educated residents, largest % of owner occupied residents, and 85% better than any other neighborhoods in America. There is a strong sense of community here and it shows at the local high schools athletic games which are always packed with both residents and friends and family from outside its community. Chapin High school is home to State Championship titles in Cheerleading, Lacrosse, Soccer, Band, Baseball, & Wrestling while its' 2018 Principal was awarded the prestigous “US Principal of the Year” out of some 33,000 applicants

Chapin Real Estate Market

The Chapin real estate market is strong as retirees, families, and young professionals seek the way of life found here. Unique to Chapin’s real estate is the availability of housing in lake access communities. No other area of Lake Murray affords as many opportunities to live in neighborhoods with lake access amenities such as boat ramps, courtesy docks, and even some with small marinas and dockage within the neighborhood. It’s a terrific option for those who do not choose to spend the amount of money commanded for lake front homes. You can search for all available Lake Murray waterfront Homes or browse below for all Chapin SC Homes for sale. Either way we got you covered!