29205 — Columbia, SC Home Values
Typical home value $319,409 as of June 2026 · 8th of 44 in Columbia, SC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 29205, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 29205 compares in the Columbia, SC area
ZIP code 29205 (Columbia, SC) has a typical home value of $319,409 as of June 2026, ranking 8th of 44 ZIP codes tracked in the Columbia, SC area, more expensive than about 84% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +32.5%, from $241,032 in June 2021 to $319,409 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 17.9× the annual rent ($1,489/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Columbia, SC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Columbia.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 29205 has a population of 22,757, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 72.4% White, 15.8% Black or African American, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino, 3.1% Asian, 2.8% two or more races, and 1.2% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Elementary | 3300 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC | 0.2 mi |
| Hand Middle | 2600 Wheat Street, Columbia, SC | 0.7 mi |
| Dreher High | 3319 Millwood Avenue, Columbia, SC | 0.7 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 29205?
$319,409 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 29205 an expensive ZIP code in the Columbia, SC area?
29205 ranks 8th of 44 ZIP codes in the Columbia, SC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 84% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 29205 changed over the past year?
+6.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 29205?
The typical home price is 17.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,489/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 29205?
22,757, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 29205?
Rosewood Elementary (0.2 mi), Hand Middle (0.7 mi), Dreher High (0.7 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 29205?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Columbia, SC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.