This house is priced wrong (in your favor).Private Acreage, Pool House & Exceptional Outdoor Living. Rare Aiken, South Carolina property featuring a 2,450-square-foot main residence, approximately 800-square-foot detached pool house, private swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit and exceptional outdoor living on 1.02 acres.
If you've been searching for a home with a pool house in Aiken SC, a private acreage property, or a Southern retreat with exceptional space for entertaining, 225 Cheltenham Drive offers a combination that is difficult to replicate.
Located in the established Exeter neighborhood, this property offers the privacy and space of an acreage setting while remaining conveniently accessible to downtown Aiken, shopping, dining, golf, medical facilities and Aiken's renowned equestrian community. The property also backs to approximately 40 acres of undeveloped land, creating an uncommon sense of privacy and a peaceful natural backdrop.
The 2,450-square-foot main residence features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, providing comfortable living space for everyday life, entertaining and relaxing.
One of the property's most distinctive features is the approximately 800-square-foot detached pool house, positioned alongside the private pool and outdoor living areas. The pool house includes a bedroom, half bathroom, full kitchen, dining area, living room, private laundry and outdoor shower with bathroom, along with flexible space for recreation, entertaining and relaxation.
The outdoor shower and half bathroom provide exceptional convenience when enjoying the pool and backyard, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the outdoor amenities without continually entering the main residence.
Step outside and experience a backyard designed around the Aiken outdoor lifestyle. The property features a private in-ground swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit, garden area, grilling and entertaining spaces and screened porch. Spend summer afternoons beside the pool, gather around the fire pit in the evening, relax in the hot tub or enjoy a quiet morning in the screened porch.
Recent improvements include a new main-floor HVAC in 2025, new oven in 2025, new dishwasher in 2026, new living room carpet 2026 and a hot tub installed in 2022.
Set on 1.02 acres and backing to approximately 40 acres of undeveloped land, 225 Cheltenham Drive provides a rare sense of privacy while remaining close to Aiken's amenities.
Aiken is nationally recognized for its equestrian culture, historic charm, golf, outdoor recreation and relaxed Southern lifestyle, making it an appealing destination for buyers relocating to South Carolina, seeking a second home or looking for a private retreat.
For buyers searching nationwide for an Aiken SC home with pool house, Aiken SC acreage, private pool home, South Carolina retreat, equestrian lifestyle property or exceptional outdoor living, this property offers a rare combination of features.
2,450-square-foot main residence + approximately 800-square-foot detached pool house + 1.02 acres + private pool + hot tub + outdoor shower + fire pit + screened porch.
If you've been searching for a private Aiken SC property with a pool, detached pool house and acreage, 225 Cheltenham Drive is an opportunity worth experiencing in person. Schedule your private showing today.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (8/30)
$700,000
225 Cheltenham Dr, Aiken, SC 29803
5beds
3,250sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
1.02 Acres Lot
$682,700 Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garden areaHot tubFire pitScreened porchPrivate in-ground swimming poolGrilling and entertaining spacesExceptional outdoor living
- 45 days
- 956
- 78
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kristen Gayle Van Leuven 803-341-4576,
NorthGroup Real Estate LLC
Source: Aiken MLS,MLS#: 224470
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 13 x 23
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 273
- Dimensions: 13 x 21
Other
- Description: Cottage bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 231
- Dimensions: 11 x 21
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 5 x 6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 312
- Dimensions: 12 x 26
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Snack Bar, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Second Kitchen, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable Internet
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,250
- Total interior livable area: 3,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,250
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Liner, In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
Lot
- Size: 1.02 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Pool House, Poultry Coop, Gazebo, Guest House
- Parcel number: 1391307007
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Exeter
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Aiken
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $492,760
- Annual tax amount: $2,851
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$682,700
$649,000 - $717,000
$3,547/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/30/2026 | Price change | $700,000-3.4%$215/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $725,000-3.3%$223/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $750,000-6.3%$231/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $800,000+10.3%$246/sqft |
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| 3/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/26/2024 | Price change | $725,000-3.3%$223/sqft |
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| 2/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $750,000+7.3%$231/sqft |
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| 11/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/19/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,300$1/sqft |
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| 10/17/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/15/2023 | Price change | $699,000-6.8%$215/sqft |
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| 10/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $750,000+50%$231/sqft |
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| 12/29/2021 | Sold | $500,000-0.6%$154/sqft |
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| 11/15/2021 | Pending sale | $503,000$155/sqft |
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| 11/6/2021 | Contingent | $503,000$155/sqft |
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| 10/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $503,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,851 | $19,710 |
| 2024 | $2,851 -0.1% | $19,710 |
| 2023 | $2,855 -65% | $19,710 -33.3% |
| 2022 | $8,165 +563.4% | $29,570 +178.7% |
| 2021 | $1,231 +1.6% | $10,610 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $1,211 | $10,390 |
| 2019 | -- | $10,390 |
| 2018 | $1,219 | $10,390 |
| 2017 | $1,219 +3.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,178 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,178 | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | $7,470 |
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Neighborhood: 29803
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Millbrook
- Middle: Kennedy
- High: South Aiken
Source: Aiken MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






