There are places that have been so well preserved over the past many years that their air is still pollution free and where the yellow traffic light still means slow down instead of speed up. Welcome to Chapin, an early-twentieth-century lake town that bears according to 2010 census less than 1500 permanent residents. It’s only 22 miles northwest from Columbia, which makes it really attractive to commute to work. It has consistently been named the top 10 places to live in South Carolina.
The weather of Chapin is usually very beautiful with an average of 219 sunny days a year and an average maximum temperature of 90 degrees F in July. This cool temperature is particularly important for this town because it is located close to Lake Murray Capital. Due to the ideal temeperature of this area, this lake remains a hugely fun filled and attractive place where all sorts of aquatic sports can be practiced, including fishing, throughout the year.
School for all ages are available in Chapin including elementary as well as high schools. Chapin is also home to a really powerful football team: the mighty Chapin High School Eagles.
Chapin also has various parks for all ages, but specially for children and teenagers. For example, the Crooked Creek Park is a state-of-the-art recreational complex opened in 1994, containing a fully equipped a 53,000 square foot community center (gymnasium, racquet ball, fitness, indoor walking), six athletic fields, six tennis courts, picnic facilities and a 27-hole disc golf course.
When it comes to healthcare, there are 16 hospitals in and around Chapin, the Lexington Medical Center being the most important as it’s the largest extended care facility in the Carolinas. It has been named among the top 25 best hospitals to work in the US and also as Columbia’s best place to have a baby.
Whether you are a water sports fan or just looking for a clean, green and quiet place to raise a family, surrounded by the ever delightful southern hospitality, Chapin is the ideal option for you. Housing options and the related information can be found on NewHomeSource’s website. The prices of the new homes for sale in the zip code 29036 vary starting from $139,990 and going all the way up to $360,019.
