1516 Shirley Street

Columbia, SC
$ 597,500 Beds 4 Baths 3 Sq 2,766
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Welcome to 1516 Shirley Street, Columbia - A rare 2,700+ SQFT all-brick classic tucked away in Columbias highly desirable, historic Melrose Heights! Combining mid-century construction with thoughtful modern updates, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home delivers space, flexibility, and unmatched convenience. MAIN LEVEL LIVING: Step past the charming brick pathway into a light-filled main floor featuring gorgeous hardwood floors and high ceilings. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, custom tiled backsplash, and bar seating that flows seamlessly into the formal dining room and massive open family room with a cozy wood-detailed fireplace. Down the hall, find two spacious secondary bedrooms, a full hall bath, plus a main-level guest suite with its own private en-suite bath, ideal for multi-generational living or an executive home office. LOWER-LEVEL RETREAT: The finished lower level expands your living area with a second massive family room and a true private owners sanctuary. Tucked away for ultimate privacy, the primary suite features a spa-like bath with dual vanities, a tiled step-in shower, a deep soaking tub, a walk-in closet, and secondary storage. A dedicated laundry/mudroom is also conveniently located on this level.OUTDOOR LIVING & LOCATION: Entertaining is effortless with an extended driveway leading to an oversized rear patio and partially fenced backyard. Enjoy being less than 5 minutes to Trenholm Plaza, Devine Street shopping, Five Points, downtown Columbia, and top-rated Richland One schools! Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 597,500
  • City
  • Columbia
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • RICHLAND
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • East Columbia
  • Lot Size
  • 0.23 Acres
  • Zip
  • 29205
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,766
  • Year Built
  • 1957
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 632470
Listed By: Real Broker LLC
Data Source: Consolidated Multiple Listing Service (CMLS)

Features

General

Sewer Public
Heating Central
Cooling Central
Laundry Y/N Mud Room
Water Public
Garage None
School District Richland One
Status Active
Full Baths 3
Bathrooms 3
Subdivision MELROSE HEIGHTS
Style Traditional
County Richland
Class RESIDENTIAL
Type Single Family
HOA Y/N No
Status ACTIVE
Subdivision SC
Short Sale Y/N No
Area East Columbia
Year Built 1957
Directions From downtown Columbia,Gervais St. to right on Trenholm Rd.,then right on Shirley St.
High School A. C. Flora
City Columbia
Middle School Crayton
Elementary School Brennen
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 216.02
Public Remarks Welcome to 1516 Shirley Street,Columbia - A rare 2,700+ SQFT all-brick classic tucked away in Columbia’s highly desirable,historic Melrose Heights! Combining mid-century construction with thoughtfu

Interior Features

Equipment Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave Above Stove
Basement Yes Basement
Great Room Fireplace,Floors-Hardwood,Ceilings-High (over 9 Ft),Ceiling Fan
Kitchen Bar,Cabinets-Natural,Counter Tops-Granite,Backsplash-Tiled
Master Bedroom Double Vanity,Tub-Garden,Bath-Private,Separate Shower,Closet-Walk in,Floors - Carpet,Floors - Tile
Formal Dining Room Floors-Hardwood,Molding,Ceilings-High (over 9 Ft)
Living Room Fireplace,Floors - Carpet
Beds 4
Stories 2
Range Counter Cooktop
3rd Bedroom Bath-Shared,Closet-Private,Floors-Hardwood
4th Bedroom Bath-Private,Closet-Private,Floors-Hardwood
2nd Bedroom Bath-Shared,Closet-Private,Floors-Hardwood
Full Baths: Main 2
Full Baths: Lower 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Front Porch - Covered,Back Porch - Uncovered
Foundation Crawl Space
Pool No
Fencing Partial
Parking Spaces 2
Road Type Paved
Exterior Finish Brick-All Sides-AbvFound
Lot Size Area 0.23

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the COLUMBIA, SC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Brennen Elementary School
Middle School Crayton Middle School
High School A. C. Flora High School

Price History

4/25/2026 Listed $629,000
5/26/2026 4% - $608,500
7/6/2026 2% - $597,500

Property vs Zip Code Average in 29205

Price
AVG $480K
$600K
Year Built
AVG 1953
1957
Visits
AVG 88
201
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

1516 Shirley Street Columbia, SC is a Single Family Home for sale at $597500 with 2766 sqft and a lot size of 0.23 Acres Acre(s). 1516 Shirley Street Columbia has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1957. The property's zip code is 29205 which is in Columbia, SC

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