Convenient location to suburban amenities near Jones McDonald
Magnet schools with ample career-focused programs, coupled with some of the lowest home prices in the area, are just a few reasons buyers are attracted to the Jones McDonald community. “People also love the convenience of downtown Columbia,” says Casey Estridge, general manager of APM Realty Group. “You’re within a 10-minute drive of all the shopping, dining and entertainment the city offers.” While the rest of Columbia has a growing selection of new housing, Jones McDonald seems to be at a standstill. Not many established properties become available throughout the year. However, there’s a fair amount of new construction in and around the neighborhood. “There was an explosion of new homes a few years back,” says Rachel Shealy, a Realtor at 803 Realty. “It was such an issue that the city placed a moratorium on building new homes, but that was recently lifted.”
Everyday groceries are found two miles north at Food Lion near Jones McDonald.
The James Clyburn Golf Center near Jones McDonald has professional instruction available.
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Jones McDonald has a scarce inventory of Homes
An area ripe for investors and first-time buyers, Jones McDonald is chock full of established 1950s and ‘60s ranch homes and bungalows, with narrowly paved walkways leading to the entryways. Prices can fall between $100,000 and $150,000, which is a bit lower when compared to more desirable and historic neighborhoods like Shandon. Affordability plays a key factor in the recent inventory boom in Jones McDonald. “There was an explosion of new homes a few years back,” Shealey adds. “It was such an issue that the city placed a moratorium on building new homes, but that was recently lifted.” Owners often make modern interior or exterior upgrades, which can exceed $150,000. Yards are typically much smaller in this area, sitting around a quarter-acre or less. What little green space homeowners do have is enveloped by mature trees and pruned shrubbery. Paved driveways and one-car garages provide off-street parking options, but the roads are wide enough for drivers to park along the curb. A little over half of the residents are renters who occupy some properties instead of apartments and condos.
Ranch homes with single-car garages are commonly found in the Jones McDonald neighborhood.
Established 1950s and ‘60s homes in Jones McDonald are priced from $100,000 to $150,000.
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TS Martin Park and the Broad river
One of Columbia’s most recently revitalized parks, TS Martin Park, provides an after-school hangout spot. Unused tennis courts have been converted into a unique playground with rope climbers and a bamboo jungle. The city also built an eccentric basketball goal with multiple hoops branching out from one center, so it is common to spot several games being played at once. Walking trails weave throughout the entire park, offering a place for residents to stretch their legs. The Broad River is a popular spot near the University of South Carolina for kayaking and floating on innertubes, as Riverfront Park North has multiple drop-off points. Nearby bodies of water include Forest Lake and Lake Katherine, both 6 miles away.
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Enjoy a nice walk on the trails at TS Martin Park near Jones McDonald.
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Magnet programs across Jones McDonald schools
Magnet programs are the norm for students living in Jones McDonald. Watkins-Nance Elementary and W.A. Perry Middle Schools are graded C and C-minus on Niche, respectively. Both offer similar courses focused on aerospace and engineering. The middle school also boasts a medical magnet academy for students interested in a career in the health field. Those students can continue to build on those skills in the magnet program offered at C.A. Johnson High School, which also earns a C from Niche. Pathways include biomedical research and sports medicine. Each of the schools also sits along the neighborhood’s western edge and is within walking distance of many residential streets.
Watkins-Nance Elementary in Jones McDonald earns a C score on Niche.
W. A. Perry Middle School has an overal Niche grade of C-minus.
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Segra Park and Soda City isn't far from Jones McDonald
At the center of all the action is the baseball stadium, Segra Park, home to the Columbia Fireflies. On the weekends, the stands flood with fans from across the city to catch a minor league game, followed by fireworks. “Soda City is another huge event here,” Shealey adds. “It’s every Saturday, and it’s super dog-friendly. They shut down Main Street and line it with local vendors.” According to Shealey, the University of South Carolina football games are a huge deal, and fans often fill the Williams-Brice Stadium, even though the stadium was built to hold over 50,000 people.
Jones McDonald is close to the new Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies baseball team.
The new Segra Park has been a hit with residents of Jones McDonald neighborhood.
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Getting in and around Jones McDonald
“You might have to drive a little farther out,” Shealey adds. “Plus, there can be a lot of traffic on North Main Street or any major roadway because the infrastructure here can’t really support our growth right now.” Another highly trafficked interstate is US-277. For immediate medical needs, Richland Memorial Hospital is roughly 2 miles away. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is about 14 miles away.
Count on the Comet to get you to around Jones McDonald and the City of Columbia.
Commute by bus around Columbia from Jones McDonald.
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Options sit along Two Notch Road and North Main Street
Whether it’s groceries, restaurants or specialty supply shops, it all can be found along Two Notch Road. Regulars have kept coming back to Anthony’s Dairy Bar since the 1980s for diner classics like charbroiled burgers, hot dogs and deep-fried chicken wing baskets. A small shopping complex with a Food Lion sits less than two miles north of the neighborhood when you need to shop for groceries. North Main Street isn’t far and also hosts an array of retail and eateries. Popular options include Peak Drift Brewery. The facility that used to house a manufacturing company spans nearly 65,000 square feet. A mile up North Main Street is another local favorite, Zesto. This old-school diner is known for chocolate-dipped ice cream and burgers. Locals can also sit down for a meal on the pet-friendly outdoor patio at Publico Kitchen and Tap. North Main Street is also home to a Piggly Wiggly, making it convenient to grab any last-minute groceries.
Anthony’s Dairy Bar in Jones McDonald is a favorite for diner classics since the 1980s.
Food Lion on Two Notch Road is a short drive from the Jones McDonald community.
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Parks in this Area
Pinehurst Park
TS Martin Park
E.B. Sessions Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Walking Paths
Segra Park
Baseball/Softball
Events
Page Ellington Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Columbia Metro
27 min drive
Bus
Barhamville Germany Nb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Jones McDonald
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Jones McDonald Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jones McDonald, Columbia sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Jones McDonald, Columbia over the last 12 months is $136,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$150,000
Median Sale Price
$136,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$136,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$75
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
149
Median Year Built
1960
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,476
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,430
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,187
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
330
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$14,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$29,563
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.6%
College Graduates
13.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
% Population in Labor Force
52%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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