Burton Heights
Burton Heights homes: Bungalows, ranch-style and two-story properties
Bungalows and ranch-style properties line Burton Heights’ narrow streets that often spread into cul-de-sacs, but two-story properties like Cape Cods sit scattered throughout the area. Properties here range from under $100,000 to just upwards of $200,000, depending on the property’s age, size and condition. A 2-bedroom ranch-style house with a porch can go for $86,000, while a 3-bedroom colonial-inspired property will go for around $220,000. Burton Heights also has lots for sale ranging from under an acre to over two. Houses often have smaller, fenced-in front yards, with neighboring properties close together. Sidewalks are narrow in some areas or nonexistent in others. Some residents have attached garages or driveways, but many do not, so they park their cars on the streets, often partly in the grass.
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Lorick Park and Congaree National Park, nearby
Locals can head to Lorick Park to play a game of basketball or explore the walking trail. Kids will enjoy the splash pad, and those interested in gardening can take advantage of one of the park’s many youth outreach programs. Just 1.5 miles from Lorick Park is the Busby Street Complex, which houses a community center. Around 30 miles away is South Carolina’s only state park, Congaree National Park. Park visitors can head on one of the park’s many trails to enjoy hiking under mature oak trees or try to spot the synchronized firefly show in the late spring. Kayaking and canoeing on the Congaree River are other favorites among visitors. Trails frequently flood, so those interested in the park should check the weather before heading there.
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Burgers with an Indian twist and barbeque classics
Locals can grab groceries at Piggly Wiggly or one of the Food Lion grocery stores nearby. Uncle Buck’s Kitchen is a great option for those craving burgers and fries with an Indian twist. Housed in a food truck, this restaurant offers items like allo tikki burgers and chicken tikka fries. The truck is currently undergoing maintenance, but the restaurant is still available for catering orders. For a night out, locals can grab a drink and enjoy dancing the night away at Greene’s Bar-BQ. The bar also serves up classics like chicken wings and ribs.
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Academics and athletics in the Richland One School District
Students can enroll in Richland One School District schools, like Arden Elementary, Alcorn Middle and W.J. Keenan High. All three schools offer gifted programs and received a C-minus rating or higher from Niche. The high school is a STEM school offering project-based instruction in areas like engineering, and it also features entrepreneurship and hospitality programs. There are also several private and religious schools that students in the area can attend.
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Public transportation and drivable destinations near Burton Heights
Those traveling around the Columbia area can head to Burton Heights Circle to catch the bus. Most destinations require at least one bus transfer, so Burton Heights is a primarily car-dependent area. Locals can take the 4-mile drive via South Carolina 277 to downtown Columbia. The area is near some of the area’s largest employers, like South Carolina University and the South Carolina State House. The Lexington Medical Center is a 9-mile drive away, and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport is nearly 15 miles away via Interstate 26.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shannon McNulty
Shannon McNulty
Coldwell Banker Realty
(803) 884-9517
244 Total Sales
1 in Burton Heights
$50,500 Price
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Sharon Cornelius
Sharon Cornelius
SC Realty of Columbia
(803) 971-4574
68 Total Sales
1 in Burton Heights
$95,000 Price
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Dessiree Riley
Dessiree Riley
Responds QuicklyNation Realty LLC
(803) 759-8691
34 Total Sales
1 in Burton Heights
$60,000 Price
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Jae Kim
Jae Kim
Responds QuicklyEXIT Realty Unlimited LLC
(803) 866-7141
179 Total Sales
2 in Burton Heights
$65K - $200K Price Range
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Barbara Parks
Barbara Parks
Responds QuicklyCentre Realty, LLC
(803) 866-7216
115 Total Sales
1 in Burton Heights
$166,500 Price
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Angelia Dodson
Angelia Dodson
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes and Gardens Real Est Medley
(803) 353-1996
486 Total Sales
1 in Burton Heights
$5,750 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lorick Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Hyatt Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Earlewood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Parking Lot
TS Martin Park
E.B. Sessions Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Walking Paths
Page Ellington Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Burton Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 10 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 10 | 4 |
| Robbery | 10 | 4 |
| Burglary | 10 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Burton Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Burton Heights, Columbia sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Burton Heights, Columbia over the last 12 months is $278,000, down 60% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$314,900
Median Sale Price
$278,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$278,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$385,495
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-60%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$164
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
688
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,276
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,364
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,488
Median Age
29
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
36.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$14,764
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$26,485
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
51.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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