Golden, Florence, SC
Golden — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Golden, Florence, South Carolina. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SCREC) licensing database.
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Golden Neighborhood Overview
Golden, Florence, Alabama
Golden is a neighborhood in Florence, Alabama, primarily served by the 38847 ZIP code. The area presents a housing market characterized by notable affordability, with a median home value of $68,000 and a median gross rent of $611 per month. This cost structure aligns with a median household income of $55,207, suggesting housing costs are within reach for many residents. The neighborhood demonstrates a strong preference for ownership, with a homeownership rate of 78.6% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of 21.4%.
The character of Golden is shaped by its stable, owner-occupied majority and its modestly sized housing stock, which averages around 1,400 square feet per home. The significant gap between the cost of owning and the cost of renting, as evidenced by the median values, may be a key factor influencing the high rate of homeownership. This creates a community where long-term residency is common, fostering a traditional neighborhood atmosphere within the broader Florence area.
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Golden Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $68K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $611/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $55K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 78.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 21.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 2.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 38847 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Golden, Florence
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SCREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18