Updated cottage in convenient location, just minutes to downtown Aiken, shopping, schools, new steeplechase track and other amenties. Fresh new updates include roof, HVAC, windows, modern lighting, hardwood floors, bamboo window shades, kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The home has a lovely front porch, good storage space, screened back porch, fenced yard for your furry friends, and a carport. With tons of natural light, this home will be welcoming even on a cloudy day. Relax and enjoy this easy maintenance property whether you're a year round resident or seasonal visitor! USDA eligible
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$154Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Claudia White• RE/MAX Tattersall Group
Bought with Ericka Collins• Broadwater-Toole Realty, LLC
This cozy cottage is a perfect starter home. Great storage. Hardwood floors. Nice built ins. RV shed. 2 screeded porches. Handi house. Fenced yard. Newer roof, HVAC, windows & septic tank.
AMLS #51050
Dec 15, 2005
Sold
$78,000
$70/sq ft
May 23, 2005
Listed
$79,000
$71/sq ft
ATTRACTIVE, UPDATED COTTAGE WITH REFINISHED HDWD FLOORS. NEAR EAST AIKEN ELEMENTARY. FENCED YARD & IRRIGATION SYSTEM WITH DECK IN REAR.
AMLS #48500
Aug 26, 2004
Sold
$63,000
$56/sq ft
Jun 14, 2004
Listed
$64,900
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1986
Sold
$37,900
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$383
2024
$383 (−34.5%)
2023
$584 (−70.8%)
2022
$1,997 (+445.3%)
2020
$366
2019
$366 (+97.9%)
2018
$185 (+4.8%)
2017
$176 (+0.3%)
2016
$176 (+7.3%)
2013
$164
$110 + $1,370
$1,480
Tax history for 278 Old Wagener Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$383
2024
$383 (−34.5%)
2023
$584 (−70.8%)
2022
$1,997 (+445.3%)
2020
$366
2019
$366 (+97.9%)
2018
$185 (+4.8%)
2017
$176 (+0.3%)
2016
$176 (+7.3%)
2013
$164
$110 + $1,370
$1,480
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
1,117
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Aiken County
APN
137-15-01-004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
UD
Urban Development District
This district is intended to accommodate much of the projected growth in the unincorporated area of Aiken County during the time span of the county's comprehensive plan. It also may be established in other intensely developing areas so designated by the Aiken County Planning Commission. This district is projected to have most public facilities and infrastructure needed to support urban development such as schools, sewer, water, streets, etc. It is applied in areas where development logically should locate as a consequence of planned public facilities and associated capital expenditures. This district is characterized by mixed-use development, providing for a full range of residential uses as well as commercial, institutional, and industrial uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
General retail
Restaurant
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Warehouse
Hotel / motel
Medical office
May 12, 2026 • Active
Residential building
Replace the existing heating and air conditioning system.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: See Remarks, Other, Paved, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
Window Features: Window Coverings
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood, Tile
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1117.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,117
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Horse Amenities: None
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Cabin
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Landscaped
Lot Size : 0.21
Lot Size Area: 0.21
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Other
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank, Other
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: East Aiken
Middle Or Junior School: Aiken
High School: South Aiken
Location Information
Directions: Richland Ave. East, left on 118 bypass, right on Old Wagener Rd. Home on the right.
Subdivision Name: None
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,117
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Aiken County
APN: 137-15-01-004
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Aiken Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Aiken Intermediate
Public 6 • Assigned • 2.4mi
3/10
South Aiken High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
73% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$164,000 – $198,000
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