1516 Shirley St, Columbia, SC 29205
What's special
Located less than five minutes from Trenholm Plaza in the historic Melrose Heights neighborhood, welcome to 1516 Shirley Street. This all-brick 1957 home offers more than 2,700 sq ft of living space, with updates throughout while preserving its original charm. A brick pathway leads you to the front door, where inside you’ll find the kitchen to the right, featuring granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, and bar seating that overlooks the dining area and spacious family room. The family room features a fireplace with wood detailing. Down the hallway, bedrooms 1 and 2 share a full hall bath, while bedroom 3 includes a private en-suite—ideal as a guest bedroom or secondary primary suite. The lower level offers even more living space with an additional family room and the private owner’s suite. The owner’s suite is tucked away for added privacy and features a private bathroom with dual vanities, a tiled shower, a soaking tub. A walk-in closet is located off the bathroom, in addition to hall closets for added storage. The laundry room is also conveniently located downstairs. Outside, the driveway extends to the rear of the property, providing both extra parking and an oversized patio that’s perfect for entertaining. Located minutes from Columbia’s most popular shopping and dining destinations, including the Devine Street District, Trenholm Plaza, and Five Points. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
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Travel times
Kitchen
Dining Room
Living Room
Breakfast Nook
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bathroom
lower level family room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Hannah Norman,
Real Broker LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Tub-Garden, Bath-Private, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bath-Shared, Closet-Private, Floors-Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bath-Shared, Closet-Private, Floors-Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bath-Private, Closet-Private, Floors-Hardwood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Floors-Hardwood, Molding, High Ceilings
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Bar, Cabinets-Natural, Granite Counters, Backsplash-Tiled
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Counter Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave Above Stove
- Laundry: Mud Room, Lower Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,766
- Total interior livable area: 2,766 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 139020201
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick-All Sides-AbvFound
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: MELROSE HEIGHTS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,761
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $597,500-1.8%$216/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $608,500-3.3%$220/sqft |
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| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $629,000-1.6%$227/sqft |
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| 12/27/2025 | Listing removed | $639,000$231/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $639,000-1.6%$231/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,500+71.1%$235/sqft |
Source: NY State MLS #11538229 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Consolidated MLS #534186 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $379,500-0.1%$137/sqft |
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| 11/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $379,900+24.6%$137/sqft |
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| 6/20/2017 | Listing removed | $305,000$110/sqft |
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| 6/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $305,000-3.1%$110/sqft |
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| 12/13/2016 | Listing removed | $1,795+8.8%$1/sqft |
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| 8/25/2015 | Listing removed | $314,900$114/sqft |
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| 7/22/2015 | Price change | $314,900-4.3%$114/sqft |
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| 6/17/2015 | Price change | $328,995-1.8%$119/sqft |
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| 6/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $334,900-0.9%$121/sqft |
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| 7/30/2013 | Listing removed | $338,000$122/sqft |
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| 7/10/2013 | Listed for sale | $338,000+82.7%$122/sqft |
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| 12/19/2012 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
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| 10/31/2012 | Listed for rent | $1,650+3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 4/22/2011 | Listing removed | $1,600$1/sqft |
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| 3/4/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,600$1/sqft |
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| 7/7/2005 | Sold | $185,000$67/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4,761 -0.8% | $9,880 |
| 2021 | $4,800 -1.4% | $9,880 |
| 2020 | $4,868 -0.3% | $9,880 |
| 2019 | $4,881 -3.4% | $9,880 -2.2% |
| 2018 | $5,051 | $10,100 |
| 2017 | $5,051 +2.8% | $10,100 |
| 2016 | $4,912 +2.8% | $10,100 |
| 2015 | $4,777 +0.6% | $10,100 -94% |
| 2014 | $4,748 +0.9% | $168,400 +1567.3% |
| 2013 | $4,706 | $10,100 -8.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $11,010 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,010 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,010 +50% |
| 2009 | -- | $7,340 +15% |
| 2008 | -- | $6,380 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,380 |
| 2006 | -- | $6,380 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,380 +36.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $4,680 |
| 2003 | -- | $4,680 |
| 2002 | -- | $4,680 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,680 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$585,500
$556,000 - $615,000
$2,972/mo
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