Gaston Real Estate
Gaston, in southern Lexington County, offers affordable homes and rural acreage with a straightforward commute to Columbia and West Columbia. It is a budget-friendly Midlands option with room to spread out.
Gaston market snapshot
Nightly-refreshed from live MLS data -- updated Sep 24, 2026.
Currently for sale in Gaston
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Recently sold in Gaston
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.
Popular neighborhoods in Gaston
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Gaston'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).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.5:1
- District
- Lexington 02
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Lexington 02
- Enrollment
- 1,348
- Student:teacher ratio
- 18.7:1
- District
- Lexington 02
Commute
Real drive time from Gaston's center to Downtown Columbia.
Cities near Gaston
Gaston real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Gaston right now?+
There are currently 37 active listings in Gaston, South Carolina, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Gaston?+
The median list price for active listings in Gaston is $262,500. Homes are spending an average of 39 days on market.
Is Gaston's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Gaston have risen 0.6% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Gaston?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Gaston are NONE, HERON POINTE, THE VILLAGE AT GLENN HILLS.
What schools serve Gaston?+
The closest public schools to Gaston's center are Congaree Elementary, Pine Ridge Middle, Airport High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Gaston walkable?+
Gaston's center has a walkability score of 9 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.
What is the commute like from Gaston?+
The typical drive from Gaston's center to Downtown Columbia is about 29 minutes (15.3 miles).