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An older community with an emphasis on restoration and upliftment
If South Sumter could be defined in one word, Realtor Talmadge Tobias would use "upliftment." The city and local organizations like Sumter Habitat for Humanity have spent the last few years diligently working toward restoring the community, which lies 4 miles south of downtown Sumter. "There's been a lot of emphasis put on uplifting South Sumter," says Tobias, a retired City Manager who now works with Re/MAX Summit. Tobias worked for the city for 39 years and has 19 years of real estate experience. "The HOPE Center there has a lot of programs that have given a lot of opportunity for folks in South Sumter, and there are just so many people who care about the area's well-being. That's one of the things I love about Sumter--it's a community where people of all beliefs and backgrounds aren't afraid to come together and make the city the best it can be.” This momentum can be seen in the renovations and new construction that’s been taking place in the neighborhood. With places like the South HOPE Center, residents have access to resources that support youth, provide recreation and offer wrap-around services.
Residents are renovating their homes and making investments in South Sumter.
South HOPE Center is a versatile facility offering activities for the community.
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1950s ranch homes with room for renovation
South Sumter primarily developed in the 1950s, and the housing styles reflect this, including shingle-style cottages and ranch-style homes. Some of the neighborhood's homes fell into disrepair, so there have been investors working to renovate properties for personal use, to sell, or to rent. Prices for most homes range between $30,000 and $75,000. Some houses have been updated, with those prices ranging between $100,000 and $125,000. "The city is currently working with Sumter Habitat for Humanity to build some homes in the area," Tobias says. "That shows much of the community's efforts to make more quality, affordable housing in South Sumter."
There are many different types of homes in South Sumter, including charming cottages.
Ranches with two-car garages on large lots are popular in South Sumter.
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The HOPE Center offers education and recreation
South Sumter Park is at the heart of the community, which residents consider a haven for the neighborhood. The park features a playground, baseball field and events area. Some community events include easter egg hunts, church outreach events and school supply giveaways. The park is currently being upgraded to include a new playground, a splash park, upgraded athletic fields, and a pickleball court. The South HOPE Center, as Tobias notes, is one of the biggest things that have empowered the South Sumter Community. The center has after-school enrichment, youth classes, senior clubs, a wellness center, adult education and financial literacy classes. There is also a gymnasium and an aquatic center with a lap pool, wade pool and a lazy river. The South Sumter Resource Center is another community hub that offers adult education, a library branch, and after-school programs.
There is a public pool with a lazy river near the South HOPE Center.
Residents enjoy swimming lessons and competitions at the South HOPE Center.
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Sumter School District serves students in South Sumter
Students east of South Guignard Drive may attend Wilder Elementary, which earns an overall C grade on Niche, and Bates Middle, which earns a C-minus. Students west of South Guignard Drive may attend Pocalla Springs Elementary and Furman Middle School, both of which earn a C. High schoolers will attend Lakewood High, which earns a C. The school offers an early college plan through the University of South Carolina Sumter. The program takes place during students' junior and senior years and includes core courses and electives like theater, fine art and philosophy.
Bates Middle School has early morning programs for working families.
Lakewood High School offers advanced classes for students.
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Commuting from South Sumter
South Lafayette Drive and South Guignard Drive are the main thoroughfares that connect residents across Sumter. Highway 378 is 5 miles from the neighborhood, and major employer Shaw Air Force Base is 15 miles away. The city's hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey, is 3 miles from South Sumter. "One of the things I love most about Sumter is that you're not more than an hour or two from larger cities," says Tobias. Columbia is 47 miles from the community, Florence is 50 miles, and Charleston is 100 miles. For travel outside the area, residents can head to the airports in Columbia or Florence or drive to Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, located 120 miles away in Charlotte. Sumter's SWRTA buses operate only on a few fixed routes but also offer shuttle service to and from Shaw AFB and Columbia.
Highways 521 and 15 are the main routes through South Sumter.
South Sumter is traversed by several main roads that handle traffic in the area.
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Festival on the Avenue draws the city to South Sumter
Along Pocalla Road are quick grocery and home goods options, including Piggly Wiggly, Dollar Tree and Dollar General. On Manning Avenue, there are also locally owned restaurants like Tuten’s Chicken Coop, which serves southern fried favorites. Residents can also take South Guignard Drive or South Lafayette Drive into the city to get to downtown Sumter or Broad Street. In downtown Sumter, restaurants like Side Bar offer casual barbecue dinners, while events like Fourth Fridays pack the streets with people and music. Broad Street has the Sumter Mall and big box stores like Walmart, Lowe's and Hobby Lobby. There's also a Beacon Cinema and plenty of restaurants, including fast food chains like Cookout and local options like Los Carnales Mexican Restaurant.
Across the many events the city offers, South Sumter is known for the Festival on the Avenue. Every April, the community holds a West African Bimbe festival featuring soul food, music, dance and parades. This uplifting gathering celebrates the spirit of the spring harvest and the South Sumter community. Other events include the South Sumter Farmers Market on Manning Avenue, which takes place on Fridays June through October.
Piggly Wiggly is centrally located for grocery shopping in South Sumter.
Dollar Tree offers a wide variety of items for residents in South Sumter.
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Parks in this Area
Palmetto Park
Swan Lake Iris Gardens
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
South Sumter Park
Pickleball
Playground
Palmetto Park Playground
South HOPE Center
South Sumter Art Park
Basketball
Playground
Veterans Park
Battle of Dingle's Mill Historical Site
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Sumter
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Sumter Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Sumter, Sumter sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in South Sumter, Sumter over the last 12 months is $190,000, up 175% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nice 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath starter home! Seller has done tons of renovations. Would be a nice rental property for investors. Sold "as is." A/C and heat are provided by window unit.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Denise Weeks,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,054
Median Age
40
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,621
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,359
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.5%
College Graduates
18.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.8%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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