Chapin SC Lake Murray Access Home
2435 Old Lexington Hwy · Palmetto Shores
Offered for $678,500
1.11 Acres · Lake Murray Access · 5 Bedrooms · 4.5 Bathrooms · 4,023 Sq Ft · 3-Car Garage · Bonus Room
Inside the Home — Flexible Floor Plan
Palmetto Shores Amenities
Property Highlights at 2435 Old Lexington Hwy
Immaculately maintained lake‑access home on a rare 1.1‑acre lot in Chapin’s sought‑after Palmetto Shores community. Enjoy the best of Lake Murray living with neighborhood amenities that include a boat ramp, two pools, playground, boat storage, and sidewalks—all zoned for award‑winning Chapin schools.
This spacious and flexible floor plan is designed for real life. Just inside the entry, a den or home office features a charming built‑in kid cubby, perfect for work‑from‑home, homework space, or creative use. The front dining room is currently used as a second den, highlighting the versatility of the layout.
The main living area flows seamlessly into the well‑appointed kitchen, featuring beautiful countertops, generous cabinet space, stainless steel appliances including a gas range, and access to a huge walk‑in pantry. Coming in from the three‑car garage, a convenient drop zone offers an ideal landing spot for bags, shoes, and everyday storage.
A main‑level bedroom with a full ensuite bath—currently used as a second office—provides excellent options for guests, multigenerational living, or another private workspace. Additional main‑floor features include a half bath, a bar area connecting the kitchen, family room, and dining room, and access to a large screened porch overlooking the expansive backyard.
Upstairs, the oversized owner’s suite offers a private retreat with space to relax, read, or unwind, along with a spacious bath and an exceptionally large walk‑in closet. Bedrooms three and four share a full hall bath, while bedroom five has direct access to the home’s third full bath, also accessible from the hall leading to the playroom. The playroom, tucked above the garage, provides ideal bonus space for kids, media, hobbies, or a home theater.
Outside, the 1.1‑acre lot with mature landscaping, screened porch, and extended patio offers privacy and outdoor space rarely found in a Lake Murray access neighborhood.
Additional highlights include: gas fireplace, tankless water heater, smart home features, security system, irrigation, gutter guards, and an epoxy‑finished three‑car garage with excellent storage and backyard access from the third bay.
2435 Old Lexington Hwy feeds into Lexington/Richland School District 5 schools, including Chapin Elementary, Chapin Middle, and Chapin High School.
About Palmetto Shores in Chapin, SC
Palmetto Shores in Chapin, South Carolina is a desirable Lake Murray community known for its peaceful setting, spacious homes, and convenient access to the lake lifestyle. Located in one of the Midlands’ most sought-after areas, Palmetto Shores offers residents the feel of a quiet neighborhood while still being close to Chapin schools, shopping, dining, Timberlake Country Club, and major routes into Columbia. With its Lake Murray location and strong Chapin appeal, Palmetto Shores is a great option for buyers looking for comfort, convenience, and a true South Carolina lake-area lifestyle.
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FAQ
Where is Palmetto Shores located?
Palmetto Shores sits just outside Chapin, South Carolina, off Old Lexington Highway. The neighborhood is minutes from Lake Murray, the Chapin schools campus, and the shops and restaurants along Highway 76 — with quick access to I-26 for trips to Columbia, Irmo, and Lexington.
Is Palmetto Shores close to Lake Murray?
Yes. Palmetto Shores is a Lake Murray access community, with the lake just minutes from the front of the neighborhood. That gives buyers the full Chapin lake lifestyle — boating, fishing, and sunset cruises — without the price tag that comes with waterfront.
What makes Palmetto Shores desirable?
Three things come up consistently with our buyers: Easy Lake Murray access, a community pool and the quiet, established feel of the neighborhood, and the Chapin school zones. It's a Chapin address with everyday convenience to shopping, dining, and the interstate — without the traffic and density you'll find closer to Irmo or Harbison.
What should buyers know about 2435 Old Lexington Hwy?
2435 Old Lexington Hwy is one of the largest lots in Palmetto Shores — 1.11 acres — positioned right at the front of the neighborhood. Buyers get unusual privacy and elbow room for a Chapin home at this price point, plus the Lake Murray access every Palmetto Shores resident enjoys. The combination — acreage feel with a neighborhood address and lake access — is rare in this part of Chapin.
Is Chapin, SC a good place to live?
Chapin is one of the most consistently in-demand communities in the Midlands. The combination of Lake Murray access, a highly regarded school district, a walkable small-town downtown, and a 30-minute drive to Columbia keeps demand steady year over year. We've sold homes throughout Chapin for more than a decade, and the appeal has only sharpened.
Who is the right buyer for a home in Palmetto Shores?
Palmetto Shores tends to fit three buyer profiles well: families targeting Chapin schools, lake-lifestyle buyers who don't need a private dock, and relocating professionals who want a quieter setting within a 30-minute commute of downtown Columbia. It's also a sensible fit for second-home buyers who want a Chapin base without the maintenance of a waterfront property.
How far is Palmetto Shores from Columbia?
Palmetto Shores is about 24 miles from downtown Columbia — roughly a 30-minute drive on I-26 in normal traffic. Lexington is about 20 minutes south, and Irmo is closer to 15 minutes east.
Why should I consider buying in the Chapin and Lake Murray area?
Chapin and Lake Murray have outpaced much of the Midlands for buyer demand because the fundamentals stack up: a 50,000-acre recreational lake, a respected school district, South Carolina's primary-residence tax treatment, and easy access to Columbia's job centers. For buyers weighing long-term value, that mix is hard to find together anywhere else in central South Carolina.