$499,000
About this home
Own a piece of historic Aiken charm at The Cottage on Palmetto! Built in 1922, this charming three-bedroom, one-bath home blends the character of an earlier era with inviting updates, all in a convenient downtown Aiken, SC location. The welcoming exterior features classic white siding, dark shutters, mature trees, and a paved driveway that adds to the home's timeless curb appeal. Inside, you'll find beautiful wood flooring, abundant natural light, and distinctive details that give this cottage its own personality. The spacious living room centers around a white brick fireplace, creating a cozy gathering space, while the adjoining dining area offers plenty of room for entertaining. The kitchen features warm wood cabinetry, light countertops, a decorative tile backsplash, and a functional layout that connects easily with the main living areas. A conveniently tucked-away laundry area adds everyday practicality. The bathroom brings additional character with a freestanding clawfoot tub, subway tile, and charming patterned flooring. With three bedrooms and a flexible layout, there's room to accommodate guests, create a home office, or make the space your own. Within walking distance of downtown Aiken's local shops, restaurants, parks, and community attractions like Aiken Golf Club, The Cottage on Palmetto offers the opportunity to enjoy the charm and convenience of historic Aiken living. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a downtown getaway, or a property with character and potential, this 1922 cottage is ready for its next chapter.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100613054
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Not In Subdivision
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- On market date
- October 28, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 1
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.11 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.9:1
- District
- Aiken 01
- Enrollment
- 444
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.8:1
- District
- Aiken 01
- Enrollment
- 1,291
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.6:1
- District
- Aiken 01
Walkability
Blended score for Aiken's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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