Rock Hill, SC 29730
Moving to Rock Hill: SC Real Estate Guide
Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina, and the fifth-largest city in the state, located just south of the Catawba River and only 25 miles from Uptown Charlotte. Encompassing the 29730 and 29732 ZIP codes, Rock Hill is celebrated for its historic downtown, thriving sports tourism, Winthrop University campus, and lower South Carolina property taxes.
Situated directly along the I-77 corridor, Rock Hill offers residents an easy commute into Charlotte, Fort Mill, and Columbia. Featuring master-planned riverfront developments like Riverwalk, historic tree-lined neighborhoods, and custom single-family communities, Rock Hill provides diverse housing options, active outdoor parks, and a vibrant local arts scene.
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 "1221 Rittenhouse Lane Rock Hill, South Carolina")
$675,000
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1221 Rittenhouse Lane Rock Hill, South Carolina
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,772 SqFt 0.55 Acres
$365,000
Active
669 Lynville Lane Rock Hill, South Carolina
5 Beds 4 Baths 2,230 SqFt 0.17 Acres
$275,000
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1578 Tuckers Glenn Drive 114 Rock Hill, South Carolina
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,138 SqFt 0.11 Acres
$365,000
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1766 Colony Road Rock Hill, South Carolina
4 Beds 3 Baths 1,703 SqFt 0.35 Acres
$335,000
Active
1534 Hathaway Drive Rock Hill, South Carolina
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,261 SqFt 0.73 Acres
$257,000
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334 Hancock Union Lane Rock Hill, South Carolina
2 Beds 3 Baths 1,238 SqFt 0.04 Acres
$325,000
Active
2035 Cardinal Hill Drive Rock Hill, South Carolina
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,491 SqFt 0.71 Acres
$280,000
Active
934 Coffee Tree Lane Rock Hill, South Carolina
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,335 SqFt 0.03 Acres
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Schools Near Rock HillRock Hill School District (York 3)
Top Public Feeder Schools Serving Rock Hill (York District 3):
- Ebenezer Avenue Elementary / India Hook Elementary (Public, K–5) — Strong primary academic programs in York District 3.
- Dutchman Creek Middle School / Sullivan Middle School (Public, 6–8) — Top-performing middle school feeders.
- Rock Hill High School / Northwestern High School (Public, 9–12) — Flagship public secondary options offering AP, IB, and career academies.
Nearby Charter & Private Options:
- Westminster Catawba Christian School (Private, PreK–12) — Premier independent Christian college preparatory academy in Rock Hill.
- St. Anne Catholic School (Private, PreK–8) — Highly rated private parochial elementary option.
- Riverwalk Academy (Charter, K–12) — Top-performing public charter school serving York County.
History of Rock HillMove here for great quality of life.
Rock Hill gets its name from a rocky flint hill encountered by railway crews constructing the Charlotte and South Carolina Railroad in 1852. Incorporated in 1892, the town quickly grew into a major textile manufacturing center, powered by the Catawba River and anchored by large mills like the Rock Hill Cotton Factory and the Arcade Mill.
Beyond textiles, Rock Hill played a significant role in Southern industrial and educational history, becoming home to Winthrop University in 1895 and the Rock Hill Buggy Company. During the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s, Rock Hill gained national attention as the site of historic peaceful lunch counter sit-ins by the “Friendship Nine.”
As manufacturing shifted in the late 20th century, Rock Hill successfully repurposed its historic textile corridors into vibrant mixed-use hubs like the Knowledge Park district and Riverwalk. Today, Rock Hill is nationally recognized as “Football City USA” and a premier sports tourism destination.
