Welcome to this charming cottage filled with character and inviting spaces throughout. The gracious front porch provides the perfect spot for morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day. Inside, the spacious living room features a cozy fireplace, while the dining room with built-in corner china cabinets creates a beautiful setting for entertaining family and friends. The butler's pantry provides generous cabinetry and granite countertops and flows conveniently between the kitchen, dining room, and sunroom. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, with the utility room located just off the kitchen. A bright sunroom adds valuable flex space and can be used as an additional living area, home office, playroom, or hobby space, with direct access to the side yard. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including two generously sized bedrooms and a versatile third bedroom that can also serve as a home office, guest room, hobby room, or flex space to fit your needs. Outside, an oversized double carport provides plenty of covered parking and can also serve as a wired workshop or hobby area. Ideally located within walking distance of Sumter's growing downtown district, where you can enjoy local brewery, restaurants, shops, bars, entertainment, and community events. This home combines classic cottage charm, flexible living spaces, and a location that makes it easy to enjoy everything Downtown Sumter has to offer. Schedule your private showing today!
Swan Lake, located between Liberty Street and Broad Street, is a residential and park-adjacent Sumter neighborhood with a lakefront landscape and garden paths. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Swan Lake Iris Gardens at the Garden Street entrance, where walking loops, bridges, and water views set a calm, outdoorsy rhythm. Streets nearby feature mid-century ranch homes and traditional brick houses on leafy lots, with porches and deep setbacks. The Iris Gardens’ seasonal blooms and wildlife viewing shape daily routines around strolls and photo stops. A short drive connects to downtown’s small-scale dining and arts scene without changing the quiet tone at the lake’s edge.
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Offer insights
502 N Purdy St · $250,000
$250K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $250K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
54 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.8%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
Pantry
Blinds on windows
Disposal
Dishwasher
Range
Has fireplace (other fireplace type)
Bedrooms
Total of 8 rooms (bedrooms count not specified)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Pantry
Disposal
Dishwasher
Range
Laundry & utility
Electric dryer hookup
Crawl space (basement type)
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Heat pump heating
Ceiling fan(s) for cooling
Exterior features
Front covered porch
Partial fencing (other)
Landscaped lot
Paved, public-maintained road frontage
Workshop (other structure)
Home design
Single-family residence (house)
One level
Vinyl siding construction
Parking
Other parking type
Construction
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This sweet cottage is adorable! The gracious front porch awaits you every morning & evening! The living Rm. is quite spacious & has a fireplace for those cool evenings! Entertain your family & friends in the large dining room w/ built-in china closets in 2 corners! The butler's pantry has great cabinet space with granite countertop & flows nicely into the kitchen, dining room & sunroom! The kitchen sports granite & stainless & the utility room is off the kitchen. Enjoy the sunroom as overflow living space, office, playroom & there is a door leading to the outside side yard. There are 2 large bedrooms & one smaller & 2 full baths. You can park your cars in the oversized double carport or have a fabulous, wired workshop! Home inspection & repairs completed. Won't you be my neighbor?
RAGPD #20222100
Jun 14, 2022
Sold
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May 1, 2022
Listed
$221,000
$106/sq ft
Three-bedroom two bath located in Sumter. Fresh paint throughout. Call today for your personal showing.
SBOR #136064
Sep 24, 2018
Sold
$138,047
$66/sq ft
Apr 10, 2018
Listed
$136,900
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2008
Sold
$140,900
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 2006
Sold
$141,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$62 (+2.9%)
2024
$60 (+2.9%)
2023
$59 (−94.3%)
$40,364 + $97,388
$137,752
2022
$1,032 (+0.2%)
$40,364 + $97,388
$137,752
2021
$1,030 (−5.5%)
$40,364 + $97,388
$137,752
2020
$1,090 (+0.9%)
$40,364 + $97,388
$137,752
2019
$1,081 (−62.9%)
$40,364 + $96,833
$137,197
2018
$2,911 (+197.9%)
$40,364 + $96,833
$137,197
2017
$977 (+3.4%)
$40,364 + $85,454
$125,818
2016
$945 (−7.9%)
$40,364 + $85,454
$125,818
2015
$1,026 (+3.5%)
$40,364 + $85,454
$125,818
2014
$991
$40,364 + $86,591
$126,955
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
112 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1946
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,082
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,082
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sumter County
APN
2280301007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
R-6
Residential District
The purpose of this district is to provide for a variety of single-family housing on small lots to meet market demands for smaller lot developments. It is also the intent of this district to balance higher densities with common open space.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sumter, SC • 29150
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Sumter. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 502 N Purdy St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $222,000 and $270,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $222K to $270K.