1516 Shirley St Columbia, SC 29205
Melrose Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,799/month
Highlights
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Traditional Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
Located less than five minutes from Trenholm Plaza in the historic Melrose Heights neighborhood, welcome to 1516 Shirley Street. This all-brick 1957 home offers more than 2,700 sq ft of living space, with updates throughout while preserving its original charm. A brick pathway leads you to the front door, where inside you’ll find the kitchen to the right, featuring granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, and bar seating that overlooks the dining area and spacious family room. The family room features a fireplace with wood detailing. Down the hallway, bedrooms 1 and 2 share a full hall bath, while bedroom 3 includes a private en-suite—ideal as a guest bedroom or secondary primary suite. The lower level offers even more living space with an additional family room and the private owner’s suite. The owner’s suite is tucked away for added privacy and features a private bathroom with dual vanities, a tiled shower, a soaking tub. A walk-in closet is located off the bathroom, in addition to hall closets for added storage. The laundry room is also conveniently located downstairs. Outside, the driveway extends to the rear of the property, providing both extra parking and an oversized patio that’s perfect for entertaining. Located minutes from Columbia’s most popular shopping and dining destinations, including the Devine Street District, Trenholm Plaza, and Five Points. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation
Interior Spaces
- 2,766 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bar
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Great Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Basement
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Tiled Backsplash
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Garden Bath
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
Schools
- Brennen Elementary School
- Crayton Middle School
- A. C. Flora High School
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Melrose Heights Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,288 | $189,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $5,181 | $6,588 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,761 | $164,700 | $60,000 | $104,700 |
| 2021 | $4,800 | $9,880 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,868 | $9,880 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,881 | $9,880 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $5,051 | $10,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $4,912 | $10,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $4,777 | $10,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,748 | $10,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $4,706 | $168,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $10,100 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | For Sale | $639,000 | -- | $231 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $185,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $148,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Closed | $37,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Consolidated MLS (Columbia MLS)
MLS Number: 618390
APN: 13902-02-01
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