King’s Grant: Closing & Under Contract

After much effort and strategery, we're about to sell our latest King's Grant listing. Actually, tomorrow is a pretty big day for us, and the neighborhood. Sometime before lunch, 23 Huspah Ln. will finally close, and 19 W. Tombee will officially be … [Continue reading]

Palmetto Losing Good One To Lone Star

After an incredibly hot listing appointment in Forest Acres/Forest Lake (hitting market tomorrow, btw!), I tightened my tie knot a little and made my way to hang out with some good friends at a pretty cool place. Tonight, Governor Haley graciously … [Continue reading]

New Listings: Shandon/Lake Katherine

Last week, Amanda and I proudly introduced some good listings to Columbia's downtown real estate market. Two that come to mind are one on Wilmot in Shandon, and one @ Kilbourne/Whittaker in Lake Katherine. The first home in the pics above is located … [Continue reading]

Price Is Right! King’s Grant $499,900.

19 W. Tombee in King's Grant Is Now The New Deal If you know me, you're aware that I'm a big fan of the King's Grant neighborhood. For those who prefer newer homes and gated living, it's commonly regarded as a top-shelf neighborhood in downtown … [Continue reading]

Good Times w/ Friends In Charlotte, NC

Tonight, 10 friends cruised up the map to the Verizon Amphitheater in Charlotte, NC. First and foremost, lets get clear on one thing: it was hot. Second, the reason I'm using the pic above is because by the time I got everything straight with work, … [Continue reading]

Columbia’s Latest Closed Transactions

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Shandon Scalp & Home Values. Hmm…

Given all the "tree flap" going on in Shandon right now, there are dozens of questions popping up about a plethora of issues. "Can they bury the power lines?" "How can we stop them?" "Why does an out of state company have the contract to cut trees in … [Continue reading]

Heathwood, SC Stunner Hits RE Market

"Magazine Cover" Worthy Heathwood Home For SaleSporting over 3,200 square feet, 1536 Tanglewood Rd. has 4 large bedrooms and 4 full baths.Features of this gorgeous dwelling include "designer dark" hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, recessed lighting, … [Continue reading]

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The Shandon Tree Massacre of 2011

Shandon, SC 29205 Is Fired Up Over Tree DebacleIf you live in downtown Columbia, SC, chances are you've heard screams coming out of the historical Shandon neighborhood. Scream 1: The chainsaws and wood chip machines going full bore. Scream 2: The … [Continue reading]