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WELCOME TO 730 WHALEY STREET, COLUMBIA, SC 29201, WHERE CHARACTER, SPACE, AND INVESTMENT POTENTIAL COME TOGETHER! This charming Craftsman features 2,996 square feet with a spacious floor plan that makes everyday living comfortable while also providing excellent flexibility for investors. Conveniently located near campus, this property is a great opportunity for a student rental, with a four-bedroom layout and strong rental appeal. The property is currently leased until June 2027, providing an opportunity to step into an investment with an established rental in place. The main level gives you plenty of room to gather, with a kitchen that connects naturally to the dining and living spaces. The kitchen's bar and eat-in area make it easy to enjoy a quick breakfast, sit down for a casual meal, or have friends and family nearby while you cook. A formal dining room provides a separate space for dinners and special occasions, while the living areas give everyone room to relax. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms, creating a nice separation between the home's shared spaces and private areas. The primary bedroom includes built-ins and a walk-in closet, providing extra storage and a comfortable place to unwind. The additional bedrooms provide flexibility for residents, guests, a home office, or other needs. With 2.5 baths, the layout also provides added convenience for a busy household or multiple occupants. Outside, the 0.42-acre corner lot gives you room to enjoy the outdoors, with a covered front porch that welcomes you home and a patio that provides another spot to relax or gather. Throughout the home, hardwood floors, French doors, molding, recessed lighting, and high ceilings add warmth and character while complementing the spacious layout. With its generous bedroom count, desirable location near campus, and lease in place through June 2027, 730 Whaley Street is a great opportunity for a student rental or investment property, combining the character of a classic Columbia home with the practicality and potential of an income-producing property. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1897Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$174Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by TJ Downing• Keller Williams The Downing Group
Whaley Street, located between Gervais Street and Blossom Street, is a historic and industrial Columbia neighborhood with brick warehouses and a river-adjacent edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Whaley Street & Huger Street corridor, where converted mill buildings, studios, and event spaces set a working-creative tone. The Whaley Street Lofts and the Olympia Mill Village streetscape frame much of the architecture with textured brick, tall windows, and porch-lined blocks. Riverfront Park and the Congaree River greenway pull daily routines outdoors with long, flat paths and big-sky views. The pace shifts with University of South Carolina game days and performances at nearby Township Auditorium. Coffee and casual bites cluster along Gervais Street, keeping the area active from morning through late evening.
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Offer insights
730 Whaley St · $520,000
$520K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $520K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 47 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Attic access
Wood-burning fireplace
Recessed lighting throughout
Molding
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on second floor with fireplace, walk-in closet, box ceilings, ceiling fan, private closet and hardwood floors
Second bedroom on second floor with box ceilings, hardwood floors and recessed lighting
Third bedroom on second floor with fireplace, box ceilings, ceiling fan, private closet and hardwood floors
Fourth bedroom on second floor with balcony/deck, fireplace, box ceilings, ceiling fan and private closet
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One partial bathroom
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen with bar
Formica countertops
Painted cabinets
Laminate flooring in kitchen
Recessed lighting
Includes dishwasher, refrigerator and countertop microwave
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry in a closet (electric hookup) located in heated space adjacent to the kitchen
Flooring
Hardwood floors in main living areas and bedrooms
Laminate flooring in kitchen
Heating & cooling
Central cooling
Central heating with electric
Exterior features
Covered front porch
Patio
Full gutters
Partial chain-link fence
Paved road frontage
Approximately 0.42-acre lot
Home design
Two-story home
Vinyl exterior finish
Parking
Detached garage
Four parking spaces
Construction
Crawlspace foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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The purpose of the Residential Mixed (RM-2) District is to provide lands that accommodate moderatedensity mixed residential development that allows single-family, two-family, townhouse, and mediumscale multi-family dwellings. The street network is gridded and buildings are located close to, and oriented toward, the street.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Fire house
Library
Police station
Apr 8, 2024 • Final
Residential electrical
Electrical
Aug 19, 2015 • Final
Residential roofing
Roofing
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 hot days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
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Air Factor
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
94/ 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.
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Redfin Estimate for 730 Whaley St
$518,706
$1,294 under list price of $520K
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Rental earnings
Est. $2,190 per month, based on comparable rentals