Welcome to your new home! This classic 1960 brick ranch offers space, flexibility, and a convenient location just off Leesburg Road, minutes from Fort Jackson and downtown Columbia. Situated on a generous half-acre lot outside the city limits, this property features no HOA and the rare opportunity to have chickens, providing added freedom and functionality. Inside, the 1,688 square feet of living space offers a versatile layout with multiple living areas, including a main living room, formal living room, and a sunroom filled with natural light. The current owners have utilized the main living room as a spacious primary bedroom, offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The home includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with plenty of potential to make it your own. The fully fenced backyard provides ample space for outdoor living, gardening, or animals. A trampoline and fort stay! And the existing chicken setup can remain or be removed based on buyer preference. The carport offers covered parking along with plenty of additional driveway space. An attached utility room leads to a well-sized workshop, ideal for storage, hobbies, or projects. Recent updates include new air ducts installed in 2024 and a newer dishwasher. Zoned for Brennen Elementary, Crayton Middle, and A.C. Flora High School. A flexible floor plan, large lot, and convenient location make this a great opportunity. Schedule your showing today! Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
For sale
$250,000
1531 Alma Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
3beds
1,688sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.55 Acres Lot
$248,300 Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick ranchLarge lotCarport offers covered parkingGenerous half-acre lotFlexible floor planThree bedroomsFully fenced backyard
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 27, 2026 at 08:48am
Listed by:
Lauren Small,
BHHS Midlands Real Estate
Source: Consolidated MLS,MLS#: 629552
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bath-Private, Separate Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet-Private, Floors-Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bath-Shared, Tub-Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Floors-Hardwood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bath-Shared, Tub-Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Floors-Hardwood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Counter Tops-Formica, Cabinets-Painted
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Floors-Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Gas 1st Lvl
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Smooth Surface, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Utility Room, Unheated Space, Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,688
- Total interior livable area: 1,688 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Rear Only-Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 164150506
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick-All Sides-AbvFound
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: JOINER ACRES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $125,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,173
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$248,300
$236,000 - $261,000
$1,772/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+100%$148/sqft |
Source:  Consolidated MLS #629552 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2019 | Sold | $125,000$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,173 +0.2% | $5,000 |
| 2021 | $1,170 -1.6% | $5,000 |
| 2020 | $1,189 +81.6% | $5,000 +22% |
| 2019 | $655 +22% | $4,100 +13.9% |
| 2018 | $537 | $3,600 |
| 2017 | -- | $3,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $3,600 |
| 2015 | $527 +1.9% | $3,600 -96% |
| 2014 | $518 +2% | $90,000 +2400% |
| 2013 | $507 | $3,600 -5% |
| 2012 | -- | $3,790 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,790 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,790 |
| 2009 | -- | $3,790 -1.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $3,850 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,850 |
| 2006 | -- | $3,850 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,850 +19.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $3,230 |
| 2003 | -- | $3,230 |
| 2002 | -- | $3,230 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,230 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,391/mo
Principal & interest
$1258
Property taxes
$133
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Capitol View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Brennen Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 7/10Crayton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 7/10A. C. Flora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brennen
- Middle: Crayton
- High: A. C. Flora
- 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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