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How To Search Property Records in Abbeville County in 2026

AbbevilleRecords.us provides access to publicly available information related to property records in Abbeville County, South Carolina. Members of the public may find ownership histories, deed transfers, tax assessments, recorded liens, plat maps, and related encumbrance documents. The availability and completeness of individual records may vary depending on the record type, the time period covered, and the office maintaining the data.

Records available through official county and state resources include:

  • Deed and title transfer records
  • Property tax assessment and payment records
  • Recorded mortgages and lien documents
  • Plat maps and survey records
  • Building permit and zoning records
  • Historical ownership and chain of title documents

Members of the public may search Abbeville County property records through several official channels. The primary custodians of these records are the Abbeville County Register of Deeds, the Abbeville County Assessor, and the Abbeville County Treasurer. Each office maintains distinct categories of property-related documents, and requesters are encouraged to identify the specific record type needed before initiating a search.

Official Resources for Searching Abbeville County Property Records:

ResourceRecord TypeAccess Method
Abbeville County AssessorProperty valuations, ownership dataOnline, in-person
Abbeville County Register of DeedsDeeds, mortgages, liensOnline, in-person, mail
Abbeville County TreasurerTax bills, payment historyOnline, in-person
SC Department of Archives and HistoryHistorical county recordsOnline, in-person
SC Archives IndexClerk of Court historical recordsOnline

Multiple Access Methods:

  • Online searches — The most convenient method; available at no cost for basic record viewing through county and state portals
  • In-person visits — Required for certified copies and access to records not yet digitized
  • By mail — Written requests submitted to the appropriate county office with applicable fees
  • Through professionals — Title companies, real estate attorneys, and licensed appraisers conduct comprehensive searches as part of real estate transactions

1. Property Appraiser Website

The Abbeville County Assessor's Office maintains the primary online database for property valuation and ownership information. Members of the public may access this resource at no cost and without registration.

Search Options:

  • By property address
  • By owner name
  • By parcel ID number
  • By map/GIS location
  • By legal description

Information Available:

  • Current owner name and mailing address
  • Legal description and parcel number
  • Land use and zoning classification
  • Property characteristics (square footage, year built, lot size, building type)
  • Assessed value (land and improvements)
  • Taxable value and exemptions applied
  • Sales history
  • GIS map location

How to Search:

  1. Navigate to the Abbeville County Assessor's online portal
  2. Select the preferred search type (address, owner name, or parcel ID)
  3. Enter the search criteria in the designated field
  4. Review the results list returned by the system
  5. Select the specific property to view the full property card
  6. Review ownership data, valuation history, and sales records
  7. Print or save the information as needed

Abbeville County Assessor's Office
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Assessor

2. County Register of Deeds / Official Records Search

The Abbeville County Register of Deeds is the official custodian of recorded instruments affecting real property, including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and plats. Under § 30-7-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, all instruments affecting title to real property must be recorded in the county where the property is located to provide constructive notice to subsequent purchasers.

Searchable By:

  • Grantor name (seller)
  • Grantee name (buyer)
  • Book and page number
  • Document type
  • Recording date range
  • Instrument number

Documents Available:

  • Warranty deeds and quitclaim deeds
  • Mortgages and deeds of trust
  • Satisfactions and releases of mortgage
  • Mechanic's liens, judgment liens, and tax liens
  • Easements and declarations of restrictions
  • Plats and surveys
  • Powers of attorney affecting property
  • Lis pendens notices
  • HOA documents

How to Search:

  1. Visit the Abbeville County Register of Deeds office or access the online index
  2. Select the preferred search type (grantor/grantee name, document type, or date range)
  3. Enter the search criteria
  4. Review the results returned by the index
  5. Select the document to view the image, if available online
  6. Note the book and page number or instrument number for reference
  7. Request certified copies if required, subject to applicable fees

Abbeville County Register of Deeds
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Register of Deeds

3. Tax Collector / Treasurer Website

The Abbeville County Treasurer's Office maintains tax billing and payment records for all real property within the county. Members of the public may access current and historical tax information through the South Carolina property tax payments portal, which includes Abbeville County among the counties offering online access.

Search By:

  • Property address
  • Owner name
  • Parcel number
  • Tax account number

Information Available:

  • Current tax bill and amount due
  • Payment history
  • Outstanding balances and delinquency status
  • Exemptions applied
  • Millage rates by taxing authority
  • Installment plan status

Abbeville County Treasurer's Office
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Treasurer

4. GIS / Mapping System

Abbeville County maintains a geographic information system (GIS) that provides visual access to property boundaries, aerial photography, zoning layers, flood zones, and related spatial data. Members of the public may navigate the interactive map to locate a specific parcel, view property information, and access linked records from the Assessor and Register of Deeds.

In-Person Searches:

Property Appraiser Office

Abbeville County Assessor's Office
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Abbeville County Assessor

Services available in person include public access computers, staff assistance with property card retrieval, plat maps, and exemption application processing.

Clerk of Court / Register of Deeds Office

Abbeville County Register of Deeds
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Abbeville County Register of Deeds

In-person services include viewing official records, requesting certified copies, searching grantor/grantee indexes, and accessing historical record books with staff assistance.

Tax Collector Office

Abbeville County Treasurer's Office
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Abbeville County Treasurer

By Mail Requests:

Property Appraiser

Written requests for property information may be submitted by mail to the Abbeville County Assessor's Office at 903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000, Abbeville, SC 29620. Requests should include the property address or parcel number, the requester's return mailing address, and payment for any applicable copying fees.

Clerk / Register of Deeds

Written requests for copies of recorded documents may be submitted to the Abbeville County Register of Deeds at the same address. Requesters should specify the document by book and page number, instrument number, or property address with an approximate date range. Payment for copy fees must accompany the request. Certified copies are available upon request.

Through Professionals:

Title Companies

Title companies conduct comprehensive title searches, prepare abstracts of title, and issue title insurance commitments. These services identify all recorded interests affecting a property and are standard practice in real estate transactions. Costs vary by transaction complexity.

Real Estate Attorneys

Licensed real estate attorneys provide legal title opinions, address complex ownership issues, and assist with dispute resolution. Fees vary based on the scope of services required.

Real Estate Agents

Licensed real estate agents may access MLS data for listed properties, pull property histories, and provide comparable sales data as part of their representation services.

Search Tips:

By Address

  • Use the complete street address, including directionals (N, S, E, W) where applicable
  • Try variations with and without unit or apartment numbers
  • Check spelling variations if initial results are not returned

By Owner Name

  • Enter last name first, followed by first name
  • Try variations with and without middle initials
  • Search both current and previous owner names
  • Consider business entity names versus individual names for commercial properties

By Legal Description

  • Use the exact legal description as it appears on the deed
  • Include subdivision name, lot number, and block number
  • For metes and bounds descriptions, include section, township, and range

For Historical Records

What Is Abbeville County Property Records

Abbeville County property records are official documents related to real property — land and buildings — maintained by county government offices pursuant to South Carolina law. These records constitute the legal foundation for establishing property ownership, documenting transfers, recording encumbrances, and assessing taxes. Under § 30-7-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, instruments affecting title to real property are required to be recorded with the Register of Deeds in the county where the property is situated.

Types of Property Records:

Ownership Records

  • Warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, and special warranty deeds
  • Title documents and transfer records
  • Ownership history and chain of title
  • Life estate deeds and trust documents affecting property

Encumbrance Records

  • Mortgages and deeds of trust
  • Tax liens, mechanic's liens, and judgment liens
  • Easements and rights-of-way
  • Deed restrictions and covenants
  • HOA documents and declarations
  • Lis pendens notices

Tax and Assessment Records

  • Property tax assessments and assessment rolls
  • Tax bills and payment history
  • Exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran, disability)
  • Millage rates and special assessments
  • Tax delinquency records

Legal Descriptions

  • Plat maps and subdivision plats
  • Surveys and re-plats
  • Lot and block information
  • Metes and bounds descriptions

Building and Permit Records

  • Building permits and certificates of occupancy
  • Code violations and zoning information
  • Land use designations

Who Maintains Property Records:

Abbeville County Register of Deeds

The Register of Deeds records, indexes, and maintains all instruments affecting title to real property, including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and plats.

Abbeville County Register of Deeds
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Register of Deeds

Abbeville County Assessor

The Assessor maintains property valuation records, assessment rolls, property characteristics data, ownership information, and exemption applications.

Abbeville County Assessor's Office
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Assessor

Abbeville County Treasurer

The Treasurer maintains tax billing records, payment histories, delinquent tax records, and tax certificate information.

Abbeville County Treasurer's Office
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Treasurer

Building and Planning Department

The Abbeville County Planning and Zoning Department maintains building permits, inspection records, zoning designations, and code enforcement records.

Legal Framework:

South Carolina's recording statutes, codified at § 30-7-10, establish the legal framework governing the recording of instruments affecting real property. The statute provides that no instrument affecting real estate is valid against subsequent creditors or purchasers for valuable consideration without notice unless it is recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the county where the property is located. This constructive notice principle is the foundation of the public property records system in South Carolina.

Are Property Records Public Information in Abbeville County?

Property records in Abbeville County are public information. Under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, § 30-4-10 et seq., public records maintained by government bodies are accessible to any member of the public. Property records maintained by the Register of Deeds, the Assessor, and the Treasurer are subject to this statutory right of access. No special permission, stated purpose, or residency requirement is necessary to inspect or obtain copies of these records.

Legal Basis for Public Access:

Why Property Records Are Public:

Transparency

The public has a recognized interest in knowing who owns real property, how property is transferred, and how taxes are assessed. Transparent property records prevent fraudulent transfers, support accountability in property taxation, and enable informed participation in the real estate marketplace.

Commercial Purposes

Open access to property records enables real estate transactions, title searches, title insurance underwriting, property appraisals, market analysis, and mortgage lending. These functions depend on the availability of accurate, publicly accessible ownership and encumbrance data.

Legal Protections

The recording system provides constructive notice to all subsequent purchasers and creditors, establishes the chain of title, protects against fraudulent conveyances, and determines the priority of competing interests in real property.

Public Interest

Property records support historical and genealogical research, community planning, journalistic investigation, and academic study. The SC Department of Archives and History notes that its collections include state, county, and municipal records, as well as copies of records relating to South Carolina government and history from other government and private sources.

What Property Information Is Freely Accessible:

  • Current and historical property ownership
  • Legal descriptions and parcel numbers
  • Sale prices and transfer dates
  • Recorded mortgage amounts and lender names
  • Liens and encumbrances
  • Tax assessments and payment histories
  • Property characteristics (size, age, building type)
  • Deeds and recorded instruments
  • Plat maps and surveys

Privacy Considerations:

Information That May Be Protected

  • Social Security numbers are redacted from recorded documents pursuant to state and federal law
  • Bank account numbers are redacted from recorded instruments
  • Certain individuals — including law enforcement officers, judges, and domestic violence victims — may be eligible for address confidentiality protections under South Carolina law

Exemption Applications

Homestead exemption applications submitted to the Assessor may contain personal financial information. The Assessor's office maintains policies governing the public availability of these application documents, which may differ from the general public access rules applicable to recorded instruments.

Who Can Access Property Records:

Any member of the public may access Abbeville County property records, including:

  • Prospective buyers and sellers
  • Real estate agents, brokers, and appraisers
  • Title companies and lenders
  • Attorneys
  • Investors and developers
  • Genealogists and historians
  • Journalists and researchers
  • Out-of-state and out-of-country inquirers

Commercial Use of Property Records:

Permitted commercial uses of public property records include real estate marketing, property valuation services, title insurance and search services, investment analysis, and market research. Commercial data aggregators, including subscription-based services, compile public property records into searchable databases. Such aggregation is lawful under current law, provided the use complies with applicable privacy statutes, fair housing laws, and anti-harassment provisions.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Property Records in Abbeville County?

Members of the public may inspect property records at no cost. Fees apply when copies or certified copies are requested. The fee structure for recorded documents in Abbeville County is governed by South Carolina law and the policies of the individual county offices.

Standard Copy Fees — Abbeville County Register of Deeds:

ServiceFee
Standard copy (per page)$0.25–$1.00 per page (verify with office)
Certified copy of recorded instrument$1.00 per page + certification fee
Recording a new instrument$10.00 for first page + $1.00 per additional page (standard)
Plat recordingFee varies by size and number of lots

South Carolina's recording fee schedule is established under state statute, and individual counties may apply fees consistent with those statutory limits. Members of the public are advised to confirm current fees directly with the Abbeville County Register of Deeds prior to submitting a request.

Abbeville County Assessor — Copy Fees:

  • Property record cards: Available at no cost online; nominal copying fee for paper copies at the office
  • GIS map prints: Fees vary by size and format

Abbeville County Treasurer — Tax Records:

  • Online tax payment and history information: No cost
  • Paper copies of tax bills: Nominal per-page fee

What Is Available at No Cost:

  • Online viewing of property assessment data through the Assessor's portal
  • Online viewing of tax payment history through the South Carolina property tax payments portal
  • Online viewing of recorded document indexes through the Register of Deeds
  • GIS map viewing through the county's online mapping system

Accepted Payment Methods:

  • In-person: Cash, check, and credit/debit card (verify with office)
  • By mail: Check or money order payable to the Abbeville County Register of Deeds or the applicable office

Fee Waivers: South Carolina law does not provide a general fee waiver for public records copy requests. Indigent requesters and certain government agencies may be eligible for reduced or waived fees at the discretion of the custodial office.

What's Included in a Abbeville County Property Record?

A complete Abbeville County property record draws from multiple county offices and may include the following categories of information.

Ownership Information:

Current Ownership

  • Legal owner name(s) as recorded on the current deed
  • Ownership type (individual, joint tenants, tenants in common, trust, LLC, corporation, life estate)
  • Acquisition date and deed book/page or instrument number
  • Mailing address for tax billing purposes

Previous Ownership

  • Chain of title reflecting all prior transfers
  • Previous owners' names and transfer dates
  • Historical deed references and ownership timeline

Property Identification:

  • Site address and mailing address
  • Legal description (lot and block, subdivision name, plat book and page, metes and bounds)
  • Parcel ID number and tax account number

Physical Characteristics:

Land Information

  • Lot size in square feet or acres
  • Lot dimensions, frontage, and depth
  • Corner lot designation
  • Land use designation and zoning classification

Building Information

  • Total living area in square feet
  • Year built and effective year
  • Number of stories and building type
  • Construction type and exterior wall material
  • Roof type and foundation type
  • Number of bedrooms and bathrooms
  • Garage, pool, porch, and other additional features
  • Condition and quality ratings

Valuation Information:

  • Land value and building value (assessed)
  • Total assessed value and market value estimate
  • Historical assessed values for prior years
  • Agricultural classification data, if applicable

Tax Information:

  • Current year tax amount and taxable value
  • Millage rate breakdown by taxing authority (county, school district, municipality, special districts)
  • Exemptions applied (homestead, senior, disability, veteran)
  • Tax payment history and delinquency status

Sales History:

  • Sale dates, sale prices, and deed document numbers
  • Grantor and grantee names for each transfer
  • Sale type (warranty deed, quitclaim, foreclosure, tax deed, gift, inheritance)
  • Documentary stamp amounts

Encumbrances and Liens:

  • Recorded mortgages, including lender names, recording dates, and original amounts
  • Tax liens, judgment liens, mechanic's liens, and HOA liens
  • Easements, deed restrictions, and covenants
  • Lis pendens notices

Legal and Regulatory Information:

  • Zoning classification and permitted uses
  • Land use code and future land use designation
  • School district, fire district, water district, and other special taxing districts
  • Flood zone designation (FEMA)
  • Wetlands and conservation area designations

Maps and Images:

  • Property photograph (exterior)
  • Aerial photograph
  • GIS map with property boundaries
  • Plat map and property sketch

Building Permit Information (if integrated):

  • Building permits issued, permit dates, and descriptions
  • Contractor information and permit values
  • Certificate of occupancy and inspection records

What Is Not Typically Included in Public Property Records:

  • Current mortgage balances (only original recorded amounts)
  • Personal financial information beyond what appears in recorded instruments
  • Interior photographs
  • Social Security numbers (redacted pursuant to law)
  • Private agreements not submitted for recording
  • Actual purchase contract terms beyond the recorded sale price

How Long Does Abbeville County Keep Property Records?

Property records in Abbeville County are maintained permanently. The permanent retention of recorded instruments is a legal requirement under South Carolina law and is essential to the integrity of the chain of title. No recorded deed, mortgage, lien, plat, or other instrument affecting title to real property is subject to destruction.

Legal Basis for Retention:

South Carolina's records retention schedules, administered by the SC Department of Archives and History, establish the retention periods applicable to county government records. Recorded instruments affecting real property are classified as permanent records. The SC Department of Archives and History states that its collections include state, county, and municipal records, as well as copies of records relating to South Carolina government and history from other government and private sources.

Records Kept Permanently:

Deed Records

All recorded deeds are retained permanently, including warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, trustee's deeds, and all other conveyance instruments. The Abbeville County Register of Deeds maintains records dating to the county's formation, with the Abbeville County records index at SC Archives cataloging Clerk of Court miscellaneous records from 1874 onward.

Mortgage Records

All recorded mortgages, deeds of trust, satisfactions, releases, modifications, and assignments are retained permanently, even after the underlying loan has been paid in full.

Lien Records

All recorded liens — including tax liens, judgment liens, and mechanic's liens — and their corresponding releases are retained permanently.

Plats and Surveys

All recorded subdivision plats, re-plats, condominium declarations, and survey plats are retained permanently.

Other Recorded Documents

Easements, deed restrictions, declarations, powers of attorney affecting property, and court documents affecting title are retained permanently.

Format and Storage:

Historical Records

  • Very old records: Handwritten ledgers and bound books
  • Early-to-mid twentieth century: Typed entries in record books and microfilm
  • Recent decades: Digital scans and electronic document management systems

Modern Format

Current recordings are maintained in electronic document management systems with scanned images of original instruments, digital backup systems, and off-site storage for disaster recovery.

Access to Historical Records:

Online Access

Recent records — the extent of which varies by the county's digitization progress — are accessible online through the Register of Deeds portal. Some counties in South Carolina have digitized records extending back several decades; others have more limited online availability. The SC Department of Archives and History online research portal provides supplemental access to historical county records.

In-Person Access

All records, regardless of age, are available for inspection at the Abbeville County Register of Deeds office. Older records may be stored in original books, on microfilm, or in archival storage. Staff can retrieve records upon request, and advance notice may be required for very old materials.

Property Appraiser Records:

  • Current and historical assessment rolls: Permanent
  • Property cards: Permanent
  • Exemption applications: Retained for a minimum of several years; contact the Assessor's office for the current retention schedule

Tax Records:

  • Tax payment records: Retained for a minimum of seven to ten years
  • Tax deed records: Permanent
  • Tax certificate records: Retained until redeemed or a tax deed is issued

Chain of Title: Every transfer of real property from the original land grant to the present is reflected in the permanent record maintained by the Register of Deeds. Title searches in South Carolina review the chain of title to establish marketable title, with the depth of the search determined by the requirements of the transaction and applicable state law.

Destruction of Records: Recorded instruments affecting title to real property are never destroyed. Administrative working files, duplicate copies, and internal correspondence may be subject to destruction following the applicable retention period established in the state records retention schedule.

Contact for Historical Records:

Abbeville County Register of Deeds
903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Register of Deeds

SC Department of Archives and History
8301 Parklane Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Phone: (803) 896-6100
SC Department of Archives and History

How To Find Liens on Property in Abbeville County?

Liens on property in Abbeville County are recorded instruments and are therefore part of the public record maintained by the Register of Deeds. Members of the public may search for liens using the grantor/grantee index or by document type through the Register of Deeds office.

Types of Liens Recorded in Abbeville County:

  • Federal and state tax liens (IRS and SCDOR)
  • Judgment liens arising from court proceedings
  • Mechanic's liens filed by contractors and materialmen
  • HOA assessment liens
  • Code enforcement liens
  • Child support liens

Steps to Search for Liens:

  1. Visit or contact the Abbeville County Register of Deeds at 903 W. Greenwood St., Suite 1000, Abbeville, SC 29620, or access the online index if available
  2. Search by owner name using the grantor/grantee index — liens are indexed under the property owner's name as the debtor
  3. Search by document type — select "lien" or the specific lien category (tax lien, judgment lien, mechanic's lien) from the document type filter
  4. Search by parcel number or property address if the system supports this search method
  5. Review all results for the relevant time period, noting the recording date, lien amount, and lienholder
  6. Request copies of any lien documents identified, subject to applicable copy fees
  7. Check for releases — search for corresponding lien releases or satisfactions to determine whether a lien has been discharged

Additional Resources for Lien Searches:

  • Federal tax liens filed by the IRS are recorded with the Register of Deeds and are searchable through the county index
  • State tax liens filed by the South Carolina Department of Revenue are similarly recorded at the county level
  • Judgment liens arising from civil court proceedings are docketed with the Abbeville County Clerk of Court and may also be recorded with the Register of Deeds

Abbeville County Clerk of Court
102 Court Square
Abbeville, SC 29620
Phone: (864) 366-5312
Abbeville County Clerk of Court

Members of the public conducting due diligence on a property prior to purchase are advised to search both the Register of Deeds index and the Clerk of Court records to identify all potential encumbrances. Title companies and real estate attorneys routinely perform comprehensive lien searches as part of the title examination process.

The SC Department of Environmental Services notes that when applying for a septic system permit, applicants must submit a copy of the property's plat or deed — a requirement that underscores the importance of maintaining accurate and accessible property records at the county level.

What Is Property Owner Rule in Abbeville County?

The property owner rule in Abbeville County refers to the body of South Carolina law and local regulations governing the rights, responsibilities, and legal standing of real property owners within the county. Under South Carolina law, property ownership is established by a recorded deed, and the rights of ownership are subject to applicable state statutes, county ordinances, and any encumbrances or restrictions of record.

Establishment of Ownership:

Legal ownership of real property in Abbeville County is established by a deed recorded with the Register of Deeds. Pursuant to § 30-7-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, an unrecorded instrument is valid as between the parties to it but is not effective against subsequent purchasers for valuable consideration without notice or against creditors. Recording a deed provides constructive notice to the world of the ownership interest conveyed.

Property Owner Rights:

South Carolina recognizes the following fundamental rights of real property owners:

  • The right to use and enjoy the property consistent with applicable zoning and land use regulations
  • The right to transfer, sell, lease, or encumber the property
  • The right to exclude others from the property
  • The right to challenge property tax assessments through the administrative appeals process

Property Tax Assessment and Appeals:

Property owners in Abbeville County have the right to appeal their property tax assessments. The South Carolina Code provides that property owners who disagree with an assessment may file a written protest with the county Assessor within 90 days of receiving the assessment notice. The appeals process proceeds through the county Assessor, the Abbeville County Board of Assessment Appeals, and, if necessary, the South Carolina Administrative Law Court.

Homestead Exemption:

South Carolina law provides a homestead exemption for owner-occupied primary residences. Eligible property owners — including those who are 65 years of age or older, totally and permanently disabled, or legally blind — may qualify for an exemption of up to $50,000 of the fair market value of their primary residence from property taxation. Applications are submitted to the Abbeville County Auditor's office.

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