Welcome to 826 Laurens Street, an exceptional investment opportunity in one of Columbia's most desirable locations. Perfectly situated in the heart of the University of South Carolina campus, this home provides unbeatable walkability to campus and all the shopping, dining, and entertainment that Five Points is known for, with the backyard bordering this iconic district.Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout and thoughtful updates that make this home stand out. The spacious primary suite features a stunning newly tiled walk-in shower, while the brand-new backyard deck creates the perfect space for entertaining friends, relaxing after class, or enjoying game day weekends.Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or secure a prime property in an unbeatable location, this home checks every box. Already leased for the 2026–2027 school year, it provides immediate rental income and a turnkey investment in one of Columbia's strongest rental markets. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
For sale
$525,000
826 Laurens St, Columbia, SC 29201
3beds
1,882sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
-- sqft lot
$502,900 Zestimate®
$279/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful hardwood floors throughoutBrand-new backyard deckSpacious primary suite
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kyla Bailey,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Est Medley
Source: Consolidated MLS,MLS#: 639791
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,882
- Total interior livable area: 1,882 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Stories: 2
Details
- Parcel number: 114051203
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY HILL
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $279/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $270,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,958
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$502,900
Estimated sales range
$478,000 - $528,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,800/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+43.8%$279/sqft |
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| 3/16/2023 | Sold | $365,000-0.8%$194/sqft |
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| 9/10/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $368,000+36.3%$196/sqft |
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| 1/26/2018 | Sold | $270,000-9.7%$143/sqft |
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| 8/15/2017 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$159/sqft |
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| 6/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $315,000+7.5%$167/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Columbia #425654 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2011 | Listing removed | $292,900$156/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE SERVICES #254248 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $292,900$156/sqft |
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| 2/26/2011 | Listing removed | $1,595$1/sqft |
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| 1/21/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,595$1/sqft |
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| 1/21/2011 | Listing removed | $292,900-0.7%$156/sqft |
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| 6/26/2010 | Price change | $294,900-1.7%$157/sqft |
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| 8/28/2009 | Listed for sale | $299,900+12.7%$159/sqft |
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| 5/9/2007 | Sold | $266,000+61.2%$141/sqft |
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| 8/6/1999 | Sold | $165,000$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,958 -3.2% | $10,800 |
| 2021 | $2,022 -5.2% | $10,800 |
| 2020 | $2,133 -0.7% | $10,800 |
| 2019 | $2,148 +57.6% | $10,800 +61.2% |
| 2018 | $1,363 | $6,700 |
| 2017 | $1,363 +2.7% | $6,700 |
| 2016 | $1,327 +3.7% | $6,700 |
| 2015 | $1,280 0% | $6,700 -96% |
| 2014 | $1,280 +0.1% | $167,600 +2401.5% |
| 2013 | $1,279 | $6,700 -37% |
| 2012 | -- | $10,640 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,640 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,640 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,640 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,640 +41.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $7,500 -33.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $11,240 +49.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $7,500 +36.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $5,510 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,510 |
| 2002 | -- | $5,510 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,510 |
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Neighborhood: University Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10A. C. Moore Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Hand Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Dreher High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: A.C. Moore
- Middle: Hand
- High: Dreher
- District: Richland One
Source: Consolidated MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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