Joshua, Lancaster, SC
Joshua — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Joshua, Lancaster, 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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Joshua Neighborhood Overview
Joshua, Lancaster, California
Located in the primary ZIP code 93535, Joshua is a neighborhood in Lancaster, California, characterized by its Mid-Range market tier. The housing market here offers a relatively accessible entry point for homeownership, with a median home value of $300,000. This is supported by a solid homeownership rate of 64.2%, indicating a stable, owner-occupied community. The average home size of 1,525 square feet suggests residents typically have ample living space.
The local mortgage market activity, with 1,235 total HMDA loan originations, shows robust financing. Conventional loans made up the majority with 729 originations, while FHA loans were also significant at 426, pointing to a mix of buyers. A smaller segment of VA loans, at 77 originations, indicates some military or veteran presence. For renters, who make up 35.8% of households, the median gross rent is $1,473 per month. The median household income of $61,183 provides context for the area's purchasing power and affordability.
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Joshua Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $300K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $61K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 64.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 3.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Mid-Range | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 93535 | |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | ||
| Total Mortgage Originations | 1,235 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Originations | 77 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Share | 6.2% | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $410K | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 729 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 426 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Joshua, Lancaster
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Joshua
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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
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18