Looking for a home with character, space, and the freedom to make it your own? This classic brick ranch sits on over half an acre just outside the Columbia city limits, offering no HOA, room for chickens, and endless possibilities. Conveniently located just off Leesburg Road, you'll enjoy quick access to Fort Jackson, downtown Columbia, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Inside, the 1,688-square-foot floor plan offers exceptional flexibility with multiple living spaces, including a spacious family room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a bright sunroom filled with natural light. Several rooms have been freshly painted, creating a fresh, welcoming feel while leaving plenty of opportunity to add your own style over time. Original hardwood floors add warmth and timeless charm throughout much of the home, and with solid bones and a versatile layout, this is a home you can truly make your own. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with plenty of room to garden, entertain, let pets roam, or simply enjoy the outdoors. The trampoline and play fort can remain, making it easy to settle in and start enjoying the space right away. A covered carport, ample driveway parking, attached utility room, and spacious workshop provide outstanding storage and room for hobbies or projects. Additional updates include new air ducts installed in 2024 and a newer dishwasher. Zoned for Brennen Elementary, Crayton Middle, and A. C. Flora High School, this property offers the perfect combination of location, flexibility, and value. Whether you're searching for your first home, more room to spread out, or a property with the freedom that's becoming harder to find, this one is full of potential. Ask about the $15,000 closing cost assistance (with preferred lender if buyer is eligible). Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
Southeastern Columbia, located between Fort Jackson and Congaree National Park, is a residential and outdoorsy Columbia neighborhood with a riverine landscape and long, wooded corridors. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Garners Ferry Rd and Leesburg Rd junction, where strip plazas, local eateries, and service storefronts set a steady, everyday rhythm. Pillars include the South Carolina State Farmers Market, the McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina, and the Township Auditorium for live shows. Housing ranges from mid-century ranches to newer subdivisions, often on generous lots. Green space and water define the geography, with trails and floodplain forests nearby. Commutes and errands tend to follow the Garners Ferry spine toward downtown.
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1531 Alma Rd · $215,000
$215K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $215K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
55 days
The average home goes pending in 44 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Built-in bookcases
Attic with pull-down access
Bedrooms
Main-level primary bedroom with private bath, separate shower, ceiling fan, private closet, and hardwood floors
Two additional main-level bedrooms with shared baths, tub/shower combos, ceiling fans, and hardwood floors
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Formica countertops
Painted cabinets
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Free-standing smooth-surface range
Laundry & utility
Main-level utility room (unheated) for laundry
Flooring
Hardwood floors in bedrooms, living areas, and formal living room
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Gas heating on first level
Exterior features
Covered front porch
Rear chain-link fencing
Florida room
Workshop
Home design
Single-story home
Parking
Attached carport
One garage parking space
Construction
Brick exterior above foundation
Crawlspace foundation
Utilities
Public water
Septic sewer
Electricity and solar
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