This neighborhood in the unincorporated Richland County community of Hopkins meets the desires of those seeking a more quiet, country life, while keeping them within reasonable distance of the amenities of bigger locales. While some more compact housing developments are present, modest single-story homes comfortably buffered by large grassy spaces are common here. Several of these homes can be viewed from a distance while driving on country roads that cut through wooded areas populated by high-reaching trees like the tall pines widely seen in this part of the country. Simantha Robinson, a realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty and who has made over 60 sales in the Hopkins area, says the community has drawn many from the armed forces over the years due to the nearby presence of military bases. “The area is mostly known to a lot of military, but it’s not too far from downtown Columbia. It provides the flexibility of having the country life, along with the city life,” Robinson says. Hopkins is located about 15 miles southeast of Columbia, which is itself home to the Fort Jackson Army base. The McEntire Joint National Guard Base is less than 10 miles north of the community.
Drivers connect to I-77 via Garners Ferry Road for easy commuting north.
The community blends quiet country living with access to city amenities.
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Country roads and ranch homes on spacious on lands
Single-story ranch-style homes make up a notable portion of the homes here and a number of them can be found at the end of either long driveways, off dirt roads or in the middle of large spaces near tire-worn paths leading to detached carports. But the community also has some newer and more dense developments going on. In the Willow Wind subdivision, a two-story and four-bedroom home with a two-car garage and covered porch at the front can go for $295,000, which is under the community’s average sale price of $341,614.
Brick ranch-style homes are common in Hopkins.
There are many traditional ranch-style homes from the 1960s and 70s in the Hopkins community .
Ranch-styles are common in the Hopkins community.
Modern manufactured homes feature open interiors and updated finishes.
Hopkins offers a rural lifestyle only about eleven miles from Columbia.
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Not too far from Walmart, Lowe's
The Hopkins community is less than 10 miles south of Garners Ferry Road, which itself leads to a string of chain retailers and restaurants. Grocery shopping can be done at the Food Lion almost directly north of Hopkins on Garners Ferry. Then, drivers can follow the roadway — also known as U.S. Highway 378 — west to a dense retail section that includes a Lowe’s Home Improvement, a Walmart Supercenter, several chain restaurants like Zaxby’s and a Taco Time Mexican Restaurant.
Hopkins Suburban residents can come north to grab their vittles from the Food Lion on Hwy 76.
There are plenty of restaurants and shopping within 15 minutes of the Hopkins Suburban area.
Lowe’s Home Improvement along Garners Ferry Road serves nearby Hopkins residents.
Walmart has all the essentials residents need for housewares or groceries.
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Go to Congaree National Park
Families can enjoy the recreation center at Hopkins Park just off Lower Richland Boulevard, where children can hit the playground or enjoy baseball and football games. The Hopkins Park Adult Activity Center, which is only open to adults ages 21 and over, offers socializing and fitness activities, as well as wellness education and other leisure experiences. Congaree National Park is also located less than 10 miles south. Visitors there can admire the biodiversity as they venture the largest intact expanse of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeast United States. They can, among other activities, experience the national park by either kayaking or canoeing on Cedar Creek, spend the night by camping or simply stroll on a boardwalk to admire the forest and wetlands.
Congaree National Park is nearly 27,000 acres of protected habitat about 10 miles SE of Hopkins.
Congaree National Park has miles of hiking trails that weave between mature oaks.
Congaree National Park is nearly 27,000 acres of protected habitat about 10 miles SE of Hopkins.
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A strong JROTC program
Hopkins Elementary, Hopkins Middle School and Lower Richland High School, all of which received grades of a C-minus or higher from ratings site Niche, serve the area. Lower Richland High is building a commendable Army JROTC drill team, which has been racking up competitive honors. Among its recent wins was a first place overall in the Greater Midlands Drill competition.
Lower Richland High School serves nearly 1200 students from the Hopkins and Eastover areas.
The school is known for academics, athletics, and a strong JROTC program.
Planet Fitness offers classes and high-quality fitness equipment for locals.
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Close to I-77
Residents here, using either Bluff or Garners Ferry roads, can connect to Interstate-77, which they can take to directly connect to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Many manufactured homes include porches, sheds, and wide yards for outdoor living.
Interstate 77 provides Hopkins residents quick access to Columbia and regional jobs.
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On average, homes in Hopkins, SC sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Hopkins, SC over the last 12 months is $269,990, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Property Mix - Square Feet
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
22
Median Rent
$1,849
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,849
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,995
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,950
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,950
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat bikeable
Bikeability®
20/ 100
Not walkable
Walkability®
10/ 100
Source: Local Logic
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