Lexington SC Market Shows Significant Drop in Sales, But Value Remains Stable In the most recent Sunday edition of The State newspaper (January 25, 2009, section F) there was a huge article about the state of the housing market in Columbia, SC. The greater Columbia, SC area is made up of 5 general areas: Irmo, NE Richland, Lexington, Downtown, and Southeast. The strongest area of town was the downtown area where sales dropped 17% from 2007 but sales prices actually rose 5%. In Lexington sales were down about 26% from 2007 and prices remained somewhat stable dropping only 1%. The general consensus of most areas in the area is that while sales have slowed, which is no big surprise, values have remained stable, which has always been a hallmark of the region. Interest rates are great and t... 01/28/2009

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As a top producing agent in the area, I am struggling to get a grasp on our "new" economy.  My friend said it was like Star Trek's Enterprise, "going where no man has gone before".  The economy we are in and the reasons we are here are new, and the outside factors (international dependence) are new as well.  There are a few things about the new economic environment I have observed: I am currently working with several qualified homebuyers.  That fact should translate to several lucky sellers.  Surprisingly, that is not the case.  My buyers made an excellent offer but were driven away due to the seller's warped perception of the market.   I am not implying that all sellers must work with all buyers, but in this current economic climate, the consumer should understand that this kind of ma... 01/26/2009

Lexington South Carolina Real Estate Hot Deals, HARMONY ESTATES This is a Builder Distress sale Make offers. Listed at $399,900.00 but I can assure you ,make the right offer and save big money on this hot deal!   This spectacular home is on a 1 acre lot which is rare in Lexington South Carolina, and features 5 bedrooms 2.5 baths. The 5Th bedroom could be in-law suite, office, or media room. Upgrades include hardwood floors, glazed cabinets, built-ins in great room, 9 ft ceilings, and extensive moldings. The large master bedroom has a huge bath with an oversized walk-in closet. There's plenty or room for a pool or detached garage. The windows on the back of the home are gorgeous. The front yard is fully landscaped with sprinkler system. The floorplan is great. This home is a True masterp... 01/26/2009

What do you think about this?  http://www.thestate.com/neighbors/story/659428.html By TIM FLACH - tflach@thestate.com Zieburtz suggested spreading the utility rate increase over five years, averaging 3 percent annually. His plan initially would add about $2 a month to the average bill of town residents and nearly double that for those who live outside the community but are served by town utilities. Small increases each year would be easier for households to handle than sporadic sizable jumps, Zieburtz said. I think there should be a central water and sewer company.  We get our water from West Columbia water, and sewer from Lexington Town.  And we pay enough already! The average monthly residential bill inside town is $66 for both services and $113 outside town, officials estimate. Reach... 01/23/2009

Lexington South Carolina Real Estate, ROYAL CREEK  $399,900.00       Spectacular Detail With all the Extras.Extensive molding,beautiful tile work,great floor plan with 3 bedrooms down,kitchen has many custom upgrades that will surprise you,equipment closet for stereo and tv components,quality construction and MORE! 3250 Square feet of WOW. Travel Highway 378 towards Lexngton off I20 to Hope Ferry Road ,turn into stately Royal Creek Entrance One of Lexington's SC newest addressees promises to be all that it can be. There are several new construction homes now on the market. Executive style living with large homes and lots.The builders here are putting in all the goodies with upgrades galore. Southern Legacy Homes LLC has long time been one of my favorites for building that perfect home j... 01/23/2009

Lexington SC Real Estate Statistics as of 1/18/2009 So far in 2009 in Lexington, SC and the Lake Murray area 125 homes have come on the market. The minimum price home thus far for the year is $54,900 and the highest price home is a Lake Murray home priced at $1,250,000. The average list price for the area is just under $200,000 and the average size is about 2,000 square feet. In this same period of time 11 properties have gone under contract and 2 are contingent on home inspections. What this tells me is that we are definitely in a buyers market and there are plenty of homes to choose from!   Month Year Units Listed Listed Volume Listed Average Units Sold Sold Volume Sold Average Average DOM Jan 2009 147 29,305,963 199,360 33 5,488,465 166,317 104   Totals:   147 29,305,963 199,360 33 5... 01/19/2009

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Hello my name is Peter, I'm with www.OpenHomes247.com a Virtual Tour and marketing company that has just expanded from Chicago. If you are a Real Estate professional send me an e-mail  to set up a demo for our lastest technology tours. Peter@OpenHomes247.com We are located in Lexington, SC and serve the greater Columbia area. Our tours are compatible with the local MLS and llinkable to Realtor.com and any website. Hey, take a sample tour while you're here http://rft2.com/1033/ Once tour loads simply click the red or blue dots inside the floor plan. Try the Virtual Tape measure as well.         01/18/2009

JP & Associates joins Exit Real Estate Consultants EXIT Real Estate Consultants is pleased to announce some great new additions to our Lexington office. JP and Associates, a top producing Lexington team, joined just before the new year started. They are off to a great start for 2009 and are looking forward to what the market has to offer this year. JP is exclusively marketing Spence's Island, a waterfront peninsula on Lake Murray with spectacular water views. Joseph or JP, as his friends call him, and family reside in beautiful Lexington South Carolina in Lake Murray country. Having experienced tough relocations first hand, while climbing the corporate ladder, JP knows how important making any move is for you and your family. All the pieces of the puzzle have to go together as smoothly ... 01/16/2009

Lexington SC Real Estate, Hope Ferry Plantation  Unbelievable value in this well maintained brick home. 3 bedrooms + an office. Hwd floors, tile, gas log fp , formal dining room. Screened porch and deck all on a low maintenance lot.SOLD $235,000.00             HWY 378 FROM LEX. LEFT ONTO HOPE FERRY RD. LEFT INTO HOPE FERRY PLANTATION. RIGHT ON BEECHLEAF. Not much on the market on this Lexington South Carolina community. Currently 1 listing at $287,500.00 and 3000 SQ FT. The price seems to hover around $100.00 per square foot but notmuch activity as home here rarely come on the market. This usually indicates a high level of home owner satisfaction. And from what I see it would be a great place to raise your family.Great Lexington SC location and close to Lake Murray. Call me to schedule ... 01/16/2009

Lexington South Carolina Real Estate Whiteford This medium income community has been hard hit with foreclosure and has some really great deals. $154,000.00 SQFT 2200 Great price on this home and it wont last long, Make offers bank owned. This is one of the older communities between highway 378 and highway 6 in downtown Lexington South Carolina. Lowes is at the entrance off highway 378 and its close to everything you could want in shopping and restaurants.Lake murray  is right out the back door with public boat ramps a short drive away with great boating fun and good fishing. There are currently 15 active listings  in Whiteford and Whiteford Lakes as of  1/15/09. Prices range from 116K to 180K. The one I posted above is a great deal for your money. Wonderful and highly rated Lexington On... 01/16/2009

Lexington South Carolina Real Estate, Keller's Pond MLS $245,660.00 Keller's Pond is a great Lexington South Carolina community with a special appeal. Large homes by a Local builder that have tons of value. Essex Homes has been building in Columbia and Lexington for nearly 10 years and has a great reputation of doing things right. The community has a great resale value and is close in to everything with all the Lexington Schools close by. The Popular Huntington"C" plan with double bay window. Plan features Bonus or Media room, Master suit on Main Level and Large Kitchen. Huge home with 3030 Square Feet with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Several floor plan modifications are available. If you are looking at new construction in Lexington South Carolina you don't want to miss looking at Kellers... 01/12/2009

Lexington / Columbia SC Real Estate MLS Search Pages Launched  Exit Real Estate Consultants, led by Craig Summerall, launches targeted MLS Search in the Lexington / Columbia region of South Carolina. The ease of access to all the properties for sale in the Columbia / Lexington is the driving force behind this major undertaking. The MLS Search allows Home Buyers to target their Home Search with the help of Maps and Criteria relevant to the needs of the Home Buyer. Visitors Can create accounts and save search Criteria and Properties that match their needs and share them with family and friends... just click on the links provided and start Search Homes for Sale from Lexington to Columbia South Carolina and everything town and community in between. We welcome your thoughts and comments... L... 01/11/2009

Lexington SC homes for sale, CAMBRIDGE PLACE Condos built by Reggie Porter Builders. Just off Hwy 378 On the outside of Lexington SC. A short drive to everything. Great maintenance free living. This is definitely worth a look for the busy professional or the empty Nestor's looking to downsize. Current MODEL HOME FOR SALE! Gorgeous 3BR/3BA patio home with hardwoods in foyer, kit, dining area & great room & tile in downstairs baths - cherry cabinets in kit w/solid surfaced counter tops & all stainless appliances including 26 cubic ft. refrigerator, washer & dryer - garage is finished as office & is heated & cooled - separate shower, garden tub, blinds, and so much more! listed at 197,900.00. Also several on the market as new construction from 140,200 and up. 14 current listings at publica... 01/09/2009

  Lexington SC Real Estate, Caroline Springs I love this newer community. Its feels so much like home! Right off Hwy 378 on the Lake Murray side of Lexington South Carolina. I love it! Currently there are several homes on the market for you to chose from. The square footage is ranging in size from 1555 to 2300+ sqft. The average sales price appears to be 100$ per square foot average with some as low as 88$. Current listings are from $172-$286,000.00 Come and let me show you why I like this location and community and why I love my Little Lexington. see this and more at www.lauraslexingtonhomes.com 01/09/2009

Lexington South Carolina, Lexington Interfaith Community Services (LICS) Its that time again for the for the popular FUNdraiser that LICS hosts every year. This will be the thirteenth year for this awesome event. Shagging for LICS will be held at our Lexington High School from 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM. The evening will include shag lessons (for those that don't know how to do our state dance) and music from Charles Gatch and the Swing Set Band. Also there will be a silent auction, door prizes and plenty of food and drink. Last years event brought in a little over $8000.00 to LICS. And they desperately need our help. Its hard to believe the great need right now in our troubled times and economy. Through our help and support we can inspire hope for a better tomorrow. So please join me. LICS of... 01/07/2009

  Lexington Dixie Baseball 2009 Registration   Registration for the 2009 Lexington Dixie Baseball season will be Saturdays, Jan. 3 and 10, 1:30-5 p.m., Lexington Recreation Basketball Gymnasium, 432 Ball Park Road, Lexington, 29072. Interested in coaching or team sponsorship? Applications will be available at registration.   Use Facebook? Join the Lexington Dixie Baseball Group for important league updates. Lexington Dixie Baseball P.O. Box 821 Lexington, SC 29071 Hotline: 359-0825   Its that time again. How fast its passed. We just finished travel ball and now its almost time to start our 2009 Dixie youth Baseball Season her in Lexington South Carolina. My son moves up to Minors this year so I am so excited. Lets all do our part to sponsor youth sports. I will be sponsoring a Acquire ... 12/30/2008

MLS $239,000.00   "Lexington Location" More Photos »   Acquire Realty       Laura Jefferson Email Laura   Phone: 803-233-7178 Cell: 803-206-4131 Fax: 803-753-4773 Details Address: 501 SPINDRIFT COURT Type: Residential Style: 1 1/2 Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 "2.5 baths" Garage: Double, Attached Size: 2,400 sq. ft. Lot Type: Rectangular Year Built: 2003 Taxes: $931.00 (2007) MLS®: 233440   Description MUST see this beautiful Lexington home! Ready for new owners! Lots of EXTRAS including built in surround sound speakers, Huge PLASMA 42" TV, washer and dryer, refrigerator and cube freezer all to remain. Great entertainment back yard with large deck and outside speakers, great area for grilling, and a hot tub for a relaxing soak. Privacy fenced in backyard. Upgraded large hot water tank... 12/17/2008

Lexington SC Real Estate, Spence Plantation Italianate Style Meets Southern Charm. One of Lake Murray's finest stately homes. Quality, luxury & unbelievable location. This exclusive property features 460 ft of water frontage & lush grounds all nestled on .88 ac in one of Lexington's most exclusive gated communities. Stunning views of beautiful Lake Murray & its spectacular sunsets from every window, balcony & porch. Details include 5 BR's each w/priv bath, home office, gourmet kitchen, grand foyer, lake level heated pool & hot tub, dock w/lift, priv boat ramp, intercom & much more! $1,995,000.00 5076 Sq FT I think you get the idea by the listing above what kind of great Community this is. High end executive homes are the order of the day here at Spence plantation. Majestic Lake Murray ... 12/13/2008