Prime Forest Acres renovation opportunity on a rare 0.5 acre lot. Interior demo is already started. The kitchen, laundry area, and den have been taken to the studs. Perfect for investors or homeowners wanting a customizable project in one of Columbias most desirable neighborhoods. Zoned for top-rated Forest Acres schools. Bring your vision and finish the home exactly the way you want. Sold as-is.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$196Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:ForSaleByOwner.com #24399383
Redfin Estimate
$314,327
$4,000 since July
Estimate history
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Prime Forest Acres renovation opportunity on a rare 0.5 acre lot. Interior demo is already started. The kitchen, laundry area, and den have been taken to the studs. Perfect for investors or homeowners wanting a customizable project in one of Columbias most desirable neighborhoods. Zoned for top-rated Forest Acres schools. Bring your vision and finish the home exactly the way you want. Sold as-is.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,516 (+277.5%)
2024
$1,461 (+12.0%)
2023
$1,305 (+0.9%)
$50,600 + $119,100
$169,700
2022
$1,293 (−1.4%)
$50,600 + $119,100
$169,700
2021
$1,312 (−2.8%)
$55,800 + $113,900
$169,700
2020
$1,349 (−1.0%)
$55,800 + $113,900
$169,700
2019
$1,363 (+12.3%)
$55,800 + $113,900
$169,700
2018
$1,214 (−71.4%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2017
$4,249 (+451.1%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2016
$771 (+10.7%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2014
$696 (+1.8%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2013
$684
$1,680 + $4,270
$5,950
Tax history for 6515 Helena Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,516 (+277.5%)
2024
$1,461 (+12.0%)
2023
$1,305 (+0.9%)
$50,600 + $119,100
$169,700
2022
$1,293 (−1.4%)
$50,600 + $119,100
$169,700
2021
$1,312 (−2.8%)
$55,800 + $113,900
$169,700
2020
$1,349 (−1.0%)
$55,800 + $113,900
$169,700
2019
$1,363 (+12.3%)
$55,800 + $113,900
$169,700
2018
$1,214 (−71.4%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2017
$4,249 (+451.1%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2016
$771 (+10.7%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2014
$696 (+1.8%)
$42,000 + $105,600
$147,600
2013
$684
$1,680 + $4,270
$5,950
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Block
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Frame/Masonry/Veneer
Roof Shape Type: Gable/Hip
Property Information
Subdivision Name: TRENHOLM HILLS #2
Living Sq. Ft: 1,602
Building Sq. Ft: 2,164
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: LOT 11 BLOCK H 103.5X200X100X190 #SU TREN HILLS #PR R-45 R-136/137
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Carport
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 440
Garage / Carport Type: Carport
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 22,732
Legal Lot Number: 11
Legal Block Number: H
Municipality Name: CITY FOREST ACRES
Acres: 0.5219
Zoning Code: R-1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAM RES
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,602
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Richland County
APN: 141120606
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 9, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Satchel Ford Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Crayton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
A. C. Flora High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 days above 108° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
74% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Columbia, SC • 29206
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$299,000 – $362,000
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