A community split between Sumter's downtown and industrial districts
The busiest part of Downtown Sumter is also the busiest part of the Magnolia-Harmony neighborhood. Local restaurants, shops and bars line Main Street, but a few blocks east, things slow down a bit. The main branch of the Sumter County Library System stands across from local government buildings. Further east, the neighborhood becomes a mix of industrial facilities and residential streets. While it’s quieter here, with scattered bungalows and ranch-style homes, Main Street always has something fun to do, from weekly trivia nights to Sumter’s annual Oktoberfest.
Magnolia-Harmony sits a few blocks west of Downtown Sumter.
Magnolia-Harmony locals head to the Sumter County Public Library for weekly Storytimes.
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Local shops and restaurants along Main Street
While there’s not much housing, Magnolia-Harmony has plenty of shops and restaurants along Main Street. Locally owned cafés and antique stores sit side-by-side in Italianate-style buildings trimmed with red brick sidewalks. “Hamptons is probably the nicest restaurant in Sumter,” says Talmadge Tobias, a longtime local resident and Realtor with Re/Max Summit. Opening in 2018, the fine dining establishment serves traditional Southern cuisine with an Italian twist. Side Bar is another local hot spot right across the street. The downtown tavern has 30 specialty bourbons and a wall of craft beers on tap. Piggly Wiggly and a few fast-food chains are just a few blocks along U.S. Route 15.
Bradley's Market is a local farm stand, with fresh produce and plants.
Magnolia-Harmony residents can do their weekly grocery shopping at the Piggly Wiggly.
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Listings are rare in Magnolia-Harmony
Homes here rarely come on the market. The most recent is a three-bedroom New Traditional ranch-style house listed for $150,000. That and other homes in the style were built in the early 2000s, but Magnolia-Harmony also has older bungalows and minimal traditional houses. Local churches and public housing are wedged between Turkey Creek and Boulevard Road.
You can find brick ranch style homes in Magnolia-Harmony.
Older bungalow style houses are also an option in Magnolia-Harmony.
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The Sumter Opera House "is the heart of the downtown district"
Tobias says the Sumter Opera House “is the heart of the downtown district.” Built in 1893, the historic concert hall still hosts all kinds of entertainers, from stand-up comedians and country music stars to the Sumter Community Jazz Band. It also offers a free, family-friendly movie series each summer. Kids can attend Storytimes and other special events at the Sumter County Public Library about a block over. From here, it’s about a mile walk to the playground at Eastwood Park.
The Sumter Opera House has been the heart of the downtown district since 1893.
Younger residents love the playground at Eastwood Park.
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U.S. Highway 15 separates Magnolia-Harmony's downtown and industrial districts
U.S. Highway 15 cuts through Magnolia-Harmony, separating the downtown district from its eastern industrial plants. The route quickly links to U.S. Highway 378, which connects to South Carolina’s capital city in about 45 miles. From here, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers direct flights to major U.S. cities like Washington D.C. and Chicago. U.S. Highway 401 is another major throughway running along the neighborhood’s north side. It links west to Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital and east to Interstate 20.
16 career programs at Sumter High
Magnolia-Harmony is zoned for the Sumter County School District, which earns a C-plus on Niche. Lemira Elementary and Bates Middle get C-minus ratings, while Sumter High scores a C-plus. Along with an International Baccalaureate program, the high school is home to Sumter’s award-winning career and technology center, which offers 16 programs ranging from cosmetology to automotive technology.
Lemira Elementary School offers advanced classes for students.
At Sumter High School, advanced classes are available for students.
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Crime
Magnolia-Harmony has a CAP Index Crime Score of 7 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. Despite low property crime scores, higher-than-average violent crime scores inflate the neighborhood’s overall crime score.
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Parks in this Area
Memorial Park
Swan Lake Iris Gardens
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
South Sumter Park
Pickleball
Playground
Palmetto Park Playground
South Sumter Art Park
Basketball
Playground
Eastwood Park
Trails
Veterans Park
Battle of Dingle's Mill Historical Site
Sumter City Public Works Department
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Magnolia-Harmony
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Magnolia-Harmony, Sumter sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Magnolia-Harmony, Sumter over the last 12 months is $228,864.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$268,490
Median Single Family Price
$268,490
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$119
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$269,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
84
Median Year Built
1940
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,169
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,737
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,801
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
714
Median Age
35
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$15,806
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$27,888
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
3.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
51.3%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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