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$799,999

1239 John G Richards Road
Camden, SC 29020
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
1,960 sqft
Year built
2001

About this home

29.7 ACRES near Lake Wateree! Discover your dream home in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath estate. This property combines modern comforts with natural beauty, offering an open floor plan enhanced by elegant hardwood floors and natural wood elements throughout. The master bedroom is a true retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings and spacious on-suite bathroom. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s delight, boasting natural wood cabinets, granite countertops, detailed molding, huge pantry and upgraded appliances. Set on a sprawling 29.7 acres, this property represents a unique opportunity for farming and gardening enthusiasts entertaining 1/4 acre pond, in-ground pool AND 30 X 60 insulated metal garage with electric, water & A/C. Feel the serenity while relaxing in kidney shaped salt water 6' pool & spa. Additional features include solar panels for energy efficiency, a convenient carport for equipment storage and a spacious 2-bay garage. The southeast boundary of the property follows the tranquil Sanders Creek, adding to the serene and picturesque setting. Enjoy tasty fruits of pear, peach, apple, cherry trees along with strawberry, blueberry & figs. Don’t miss out on this exceptional property where modern living meets expansive outdoor potential! Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.

Property details

MLS #
593199
Property type
Kershaw County East - Camden, Bethune
Subdivision
NONE
Status
Active
Days on market
742
On market date
September 12, 2024
Stories
1
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
29.7 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

ElementaryCharter
The Montessori School of Camden
4.55 mi away · Grades -1-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: Good (2025)
Enrollment
118
Student:teacher ratio
16.9:1
District
Charter Institute at Erskine
Middle
North Central Middle
10.2 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
425
Student:teacher ratio
13.3:1
District
Kershaw 01
High
North Central High
10.55 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
548
Student:teacher ratio
16.6:1
District
Kershaw 01

Walkability

Blended score for Camden's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

13
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
3.5 / 20 -- Least walkable
Nearby-amenity density
5 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks1
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Camden, from live MLS data.

On the market 742 days -- 656 more days than Camden's current average of 86 days.
For reference, the median list price across 120 active listings in Camden right now is $346,750.

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$160,000 down
$639,999 loan
Principal & interest$4,151
Property tax (est.)$667
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Consolidated MLS (COLUMBIA) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 10, 2026.

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