This one is a diamond! Investors strongly encouraged to add this one to your portfolio. Property may be a candidate for FHA 203(k) renovation financing for the right Family. Excellent schools and location. Home sold strictly AS IS. 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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Offer insights
5520 Ransom Dr · $125,000
$125K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $125K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
41 days
The average home goes pending in 56 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Bathroom
Living
Interior features
Central heating and central cooling
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom located on the main level
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
One half bathroom
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Exterior features
Brick exterior above foundation
Paved road frontage
Public water
Home design
Single-family property
Construction
Slab foundation
Utilities
Public sewer
Public water
Electricity and solar
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Great investment opportunity! This home is being sold as-is and offers tons of potential for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to add their personal touch. With solid bones and plenty of possibilities, this property is a great chance to create value especially in this area. Conveniently located and priced to sell — don’t miss out on this promising investment home!
Public Records
Aug 3, 1999
Sold
$72,500
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$775 (+3.5%)
2024
$749 (+14.4%)
2023
$655 (+3.1%)
$11,200 + $81,000
$92,200
2022
$635 (+3.0%)
$11,200 + $81,000
$92,200
2021
$617 (−1.0%)
$11,200 + $81,000
$92,200
2020
$623 (+5.6%)
$11,200 + $81,000
$92,200
2019
$590 (−10.4%)
$11,200 + $81,000
$92,200
2018
$658 (+1.7%)
$13,200 + $91,700
$104,900
2017
$647 (+0.4%)
$13,200 + $91,700
$104,900
2016
$644 (−31.8%)
$13,200 + $91,700
$104,900
2014
$944 (+15.5%)
$13,200 + $91,700
$104,900
2013
$817
$660 + $2,990
$3,650
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
1967
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,324
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,324
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Richland County
APN
141120138
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 hot days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
We're working on getting current and accurate wind risk information for this home.
Air Factor
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Historical weather
Columbia, SC • 29206
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Columbia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.6 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5520 Ransom Dr
$117,753
$7,247 under list price of $125K
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Rental earnings
Est. $1,721 per month, based on comparable rentals