$156,354Average Value$221Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Suburban living close to Downtown Sumter
A natural curtain of bald cypress trees and swampy wetlands separates Millwood from Sumter’s downtown district. The quiet residential neighborhood sits 3 miles southwest of the restaurants and small businesses on Main Street, and new national retailers are popping up less than a mile south. Along with these conveniences, it’s less than a 10-mile drive to the Shaw Air Force Base. “They’ve got a lot of military folks in Millwood,” Talmadge Tobias says. A local Realtor with Re/Max Summit and former Sumter City manager, Tobias adds, “It’s not just military folks, though. You’ve got Millwood Elementary right across the street, so a lot of young families with kids will move over there.”
There are houses situated on spacious lots along Second Mill Pond in Millwood.
Swan Lake Iris Gardens is an excellent place for children to learn about nature.
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Ranch-style homes across from Millwood Elementary School
Homes in Millwood are arranged neatly on large residential blocks just across from Millwood Elementary School. Most of the ranch-style houses date back to the 1950s, ‘60s or ‘70s, but a few were built in the early 2000s. They usually feature solid brick exteriors and low-pitched hip roofs with overhanging eves. Some of the oldest homes incorporate elements of Prairie architecture, with more defined horizontal lines and flatter roofs. Tall maple and oak trees separate backyard neighbors, while driveways are the dividing line between many next-door neighbors; though, parking can vary from house to house. There are paved driveways with carports, two-track style gravel driveways and some without any private parking at all. In Millwood, listing prices usually range from $150,000 to $200,000, but some of the recently remodeled homes can go for $250,000.
Millwood has many ranch-style homes in Millpond.
Millwood is known for its ranch-style homes on large lots.
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Millwood Elementary sits across the street
Millwood is a part of the Sumter School District. It sits across the street from Millwood Elementary, which earns a B-minus on Niche. Bates Middle is a Nationally Accredited STEM school that scores a C-minus. Sumter High receives a C-minus, too. Its Career and Technology Center offers 16 career programs with options ranging from mechatronics to cosmetology.
Millwood Elementary School has after-school activities for students.
Bates Middle School is centrally located in a residential neighborhood.
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The Green Swamp borders Millwood
Sumter’s Green Swamp borders the north and east sides of Millwood, while an active freight railroad runs along the south edge. South Carolina Highway 120 serves as the west boundary. Locally known as Pinewood Road, SC 120 feeds into West Liberty Street, which connects downtown in about 3 miles. The City’s only full-service medical center, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital borders Main Street. West Oakland Drive passes through the center of Millwood, creating a short cut to U.S. Route 521 and Business Route 378. These major highways connect to the Shaw Air Force Base in about 10 miles. Continuing west on Route 378, residents can easily access the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Millwood offers plenty of green space for exploration.
Many residents choose Millwood because of its tranquil beauty.
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Second Mill Pond is a half mile away
There are no parks in Millwood, but plenty of outdoor recreation can be found within a 2-mile radius. More like a lake, Second Mill Pond extends across 130 acres and has a depth of 13 feet. Its community boat landing is only a half-mile walk from Millwood. Though motorboats are prohibited, kayaks and canoes make it easy for fishermen to maneuver between the pond’s majestic Bald Cypress trees. From here, it’s less than a mile drive to Swan Lake Iris Gardens. The 150-acre botanical garden and arboretum bursts with color each spring, showcasing over 120 varieties of bright purple iris; but the elegant creatures who reside here are its main attraction. All eight swan species glide across the lake year-round and attract locals and visitors alike.
Millpond is a beautiful sanctuary only a few minutes away from downtown Sumter in Millwood.
The Second Mill Pond is a favorite spot for fishermen in Millwood.
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Buy hand-picked vegetables at Lakeside Market
Grocery stores, local restaurants and small businesses border the north and south ends of Millwood. Residents can drive right across Pinewood Road to shop at the local Food Lion. Lakeside Market sells freshly boiled peanuts, hand-picked vegetables and homemade cheese less than a block away. In 2023, the third Chick-Fil-A in Sumter opened just south of Millwood. It’s one of many new commercial developments being built at the Pinewood and McCrays Mill intersection. Along with fast-food joints, there’s a new Walmart Neighborhood Market, Simpson Ace Hardware and freshly remodeled local restaurants like Leo’s Home of the Chicken Wings.
Residents of Millwood shop at the Walmart Neighborhood Market.
Food Lion has a wide selection of groceries in Millwood.
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Parks in this Area
Swan Lake Iris Gardens
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
South Sumter Park
Pickleball
Playground
Swan Lake Playground
South Sumter Art Park
Basketball
Playground
Veterans Park
Battle of Dingle's Mill Historical Site
Millwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Millwood, Sumter sell after 94 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Millwood, Sumter over the last 12 months is $524,900, up 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming single-story residence offers a screen porch, new stainless appliances, new lights, new interior paint & beautiful hardwood floors. New HVAC in May 2024. This home offers two bedrooms and one bathroom. The eat in kitchen has white cabinetry and connects to a formal dining area. Multiple living spaces, including a family room with bookcases & desk and a living room, offer
Well kept 3 BR Brick home in Curtis Park S/D. A long porch graces the front of the house. Smooth floors throughout. Granite counter tops in kitchen, Tile floors in kitchen and bathrooms. Large pantry closet in Kitchen as well as broom closet. Hallway has hanging closet and linen closet. A linen closet in primary bath as well. Pull down steps to attic in hallway. window covers remain.
Cozy 3 bedroom home featuring newly refinished hardwood floors and a spacious carport. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, this home is a smart choice for a variety of lifestyles. Conveniently located just minutes from town, it offers an easy commute no matter where you're headed.
3 BR, 1.5 Bath home with patio and chain link fenced back yard. Heat pump heat & air. LAWNCARE INCLUDED. A minimum credit score of 600 is required for approval. The security deposit is equal to one month's rent unless otherwise specified. We do not accept or receive online or electronic applications, rental inquiries, or showing requests through any third-party website. If you're having trouble
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
813
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,874
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,890
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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