Wildewood
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbia, South Carolina
Richland County 29223, 29229
Wildewood homes often feature brick facades and sprawling lots
Many homes in Wildewood have brick and stone facades with Cape Cod, colonial and New Traditional frameworks, though Neoclassical ranch styles are also common. Many homes price between $250,000 and $500,000, though properties overlooking the golf course or one of the neighborhood's several ponds can top out around $1 million. Wildewood's housing market is relatively competitive with many homes selling within three to five weeks. "The majority of the lots are a half-acre or more. Many have mature landscaping and trees," says Anna Paige Durant, certified luxury home specialist for Coldwell Banker Realty who has nearly 20 years of experience in real estate. Durant notes there are also nearby townhouses that may reach up to 1,800 square feet and price around $200,000.
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Sesquicentennial State Park is the cornerstone of Wildewood
Wildewood locals enjoy outdoor recreation right in their backyard. Sesquicentennial State Park sits on the neighborhood's west side and serves as a top destination for hikers and cyclists. Pet parents flock to the dog park while children enjoy the playground. During the summer, locals kayak on Sesquicentennial Lake or soak up the sun along its shore. The Polo Road Soccer Complex is a top choice for pickup games while golfers book weekend tee times at The Woodlands Golf & Country Club or The WildeWood Club. Durant says the golf clubs are just the start. "So many clubs are available for people living in the neighborhood to join," she says. "There's a book club, garden club, bridge club, too many to name."
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Spring Valley High School excels in sports and academics
Students in Wildewood are served by Richland School District 2. Children can go to Polo Road Elementary School, which earns an overall grade of B-plus from Niche, before advancing to the B-minus-graded E. L. Wright Middle School. The area's Spring Valley High School has an A-minus rating on Niche, and its athletic program has recently won state championships in boys track & field and girls basketball. Extracurricular clubs include National Honor Society, DECA and the Fashion 101 Club. Many students go on to attend the University of South Carolina in downtown Columbia.
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Interstate 20 connects locals 14 miles west to Columbia
Wildewood's cul-de-sac-heavy streets are not lined with sidewalks, and public transportation options are limited, so locals typically get around by car. With easy access to Interstate 20, which runs along Wildewood's southern border, residents can make the 14-mile drive to downtown Columbia within 30 minutes.
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Sparkleberry Crossings boasts revered eateries while Sparkleberry Square contains big-box stores
Residents have a host of nearby eateries to try. At Sparkleberry Crossings, Julia's German Stammtisch offers traditional German entrees and a wide range of imported beers while the neighboring Travinia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar is revered for its spaghetti bolognese and chicken parmesan. Additional chain restaurants can be found along Two Notch Road, but to make a home-cooked meal, locals can buy fresh veggies and meats from Kroger at Sparkleberry Square, which also contains big-box stores from Best Buy to Kohl's.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ted Schrum
Ted Schrum
Weichert Rlt Ray Covington
(803) 291-4867
90 Total Sales
2 in Wildewood
$245K - $425K Price Range
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Vy Lefebvre
Vy Lefebvre
RE/MAX Home Team Realty LLC
(413) 393-2640
20 Total Sales
1 in Wildewood
$239,000 Price
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Tammy Lyles
Tammy Lyles
SM Realty & Associates LLC
(803) 884-9707
124 Total Sales
1 in Wildewood
$42,000 Price
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Doreen Miller
Doreen Miller
NextHome Specialists
(803) 784-3500
179 Total Sales
1 in Wildewood
$142,000 Price
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Cat Thornton
Cat Thornton
Lake Homes Realty LLC
(803) 886-9171
124 Total Sales
1 in Wildewood
$407,930 Price
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Leon Felder
Leon Felder
Felder & Associates
(803) 477-3095
81 Total Sales
1 in Wildewood
$208,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Richland County Tennis Center
North Springs Park
Sesquicentennial State Park
- Camping
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Polo Road Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Wildewood | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wildewood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wildewood, Columbia sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wildewood, Columbia over the last 12 months is $269,950, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$279,305
Median Sale Price
$269,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$276,665
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
316
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$152
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,610
Number of Homes for Sale
43
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,423
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,548
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,249
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 4pm
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 3pm
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Friday, Jun 1312 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$925 - $2,041 per month
- The Paddock Club
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 808+ Sq Ft
- 4824 Smallwood Rd
- Columbia, SC
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$1,270 - $2,266 per month
- Vantage at Wildewood
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 845+ Sq Ft
- 811 Mallet Hill Rd
- Columbia, SC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,352
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,743
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,878
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.1%
College Graduates
50.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
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®
17
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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