''Magnolia Cottage'' is a charming and private horse ready property just 2 miles from downtown Aiken. Designed and built in 2016 by an architect, the 1,440 sq. ft. single-story bungalow offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a welcoming front porch, side deck, vaulted ceiling, fireplace, solid-surface kitchen countertops, and wood and tile flooring throughout. The home also features natural gas and a tankless water heater. The property offers a practical setup for keeping horses at home with a 4-stall barn, a large pasture with a run in shed, a separate paddock and wooded riding and walking trails throughout the property. Above the barn is a one-bedroom apartment with a full kitchen and full bath, providing flexible space for guests or as a rental. A fenced backyard provides a secure area for dogs, with plenty of room around the home for gardening and outdoor living. Mature wooded areas create a natural buffer from neighboring properties and add to the property's privacy, while offering the potential to clear additional acreage if desired. Just two miles from downtown, this cottage is surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty and offers privacy, a separate guest apartment and existing horse amenities. You can have it all!
"Magnolia Cottage" Single-story, well appointed bungalow with three bedrooms and two baths. Adding to the charm are a spacious front porch, side deck, solid surface counters in the kitchen, vaulted ceiling, a cozy fireplace, and tile and wood floors throughout. Other amenities include a storage shed, a four-stall barn with a cozy hayloft living suite, and two paddocks with a run-in shed in each.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$978
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9.08 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,440
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Aiken County
APN
120-12-05-009
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
RUD
Rural District
The RUD District conforms with the area and development regulations of the Rural District designation contained in the County's 1984 Development Standards Ordinance. It also embraces the same development objectives of its predecessor: To facilitate (for the area) the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage disposal, and other public improvements and services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
Bank
Convenience store
General retail
Restaurant
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Hotel / motel
Library
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
66% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Aiken, SC • 29801
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 25% for direct sun exposure in Aiken. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 187 Wire Rd
$638,168
$12K under list price of $650K
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