Real Estate Law in South Carolina

South Carolina requires attorney involvement for real estate closings — one of approximately 20 attorney-closing states. This adds legal protection for buyers. Attorney fees range $500-$1,200. Transfer fees (deed recording fees) are relatively low. Property taxes are low, averaging 0.55% of home value with a significant homeowner exemption. South Carolina requires a seller's residential property disclosure statement. The state's coastal real estate market (Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head) has unique considerations including flood insurance, hurricane wind/hail policies, and OCRM permitting.