Moving to McCormick, South Carolina
McCormick is a small town in western South Carolina on the Georgia border and Lake Thurmond. Savannah Lakes Village is a master-planned lake community there. This guide covers what to check before you move.
Where it is
Hickory Knob State Resort Park, next to the village, lists these road distances (SC State Parks):
| City | Miles |
|---|---|
| Augusta, GA | 48 |
| Greenville, SC | 88 |
| Columbia, SC | 90 |
| Atlanta, GA | 138 |
| Charlotte, NC | 157 |
| Charleston, SC | 185 |
Choosing a home
- Resale homes across six neighborhoods.
- New construction with EMC Homes, our preferred, premier builder partner.
- The Cottages at Whitney, a limited collection of low-maintenance cottages, available Spring 2027. VIP access by request.
- Homesites for building.
Money matters
An owner-occupied legal residence is assessed at 4% of fair market value before local millage. Apply at the McCormick County Assessor's Office with a South Carolina driver's license and vehicle registrations updated to your new address. See our cost of living guide.
Daily life
- Dining: River Grille, Monti's, the Pub at Tara and Village Café (restaurants), plus more in the local directory.
- Health care: Self Medical Center Savannah Lakes offers primary and specialty care in the village, and four hospitals are within about an hour (medical services).
- Outdoors: Lake Thurmond, hiking and biking.
- Activities: more than 60 member-led clubs (community activities).
Relocation checklist
- Visit in more than one season; plan a Discovery Visit.
- Choose a home type: resale, new EMC home, cottage or homesite.
- Review POA dues, rules and golf or recreation plans in the POA's community documents.
- Arrange insurance, utilities and internet for the specific address.
- Update your driver's license and vehicle registration to South Carolina, then apply for the 4% legal residence assessment.