Burns-Downs Homes for Rent

Burns-Downs, a small residential neighborhood in Sumter, is conveniently located within 2 miles of many amenities. The area features 1950s and '60s brick ranch-style homes with quarter- to half-acre lawns, some with retro carports and others with interior garages. The neighborhood is bordered by North Guignard Drive and the University of South Carolina-Sumter, with crosswalks connecting to Alice Drive Elementary and Middle Schools. Local conveniences include a Food Lion and Roses at Palmetto Plaza, and Bradley’s Market offers farm-fresh produce nearby. Dining options like Guignard Diner provide homecooked meals in a setting filled with Sumter memorabilia. For outdoor activities, the recently opened Shot Pouch Greenway offers a 3.1-mile paved trail connecting Julia Lester Dillon Park and Swan Lake Iris Gardens, known for its vibrant flora and swan species. Burns-Downs is also close to Sumter’s main shopping strip on Bultman Drive and just 2 miles from downtown Sumter. Major roads such as South Carolina Highway 120 and U.S. Route 521 provide easy access to Shaw Air Force Base and Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.