Welcome to the blog of the Patrick O'Connor Team, your premier resource for real estate insights in the South Carolina Midlands. Our content offers expert analysis on market trends, home-selling strategies, and local community guides. We provide the knowledge you need to make informed real estate decisions while also helping you discover the best of what Columbia and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Buying a home on Lake Murray, SC takes more than a standard search. This practical 2026 guide covers market pricing, dock and Dominion Energy rules, septic and flood insurance, and how to make a competitive offer with The Patrick O’Connor Team.
Read MoreLake Murray real estate spans 650 miles of South Carolina shoreline, and for buyers watching from New York, New Jersey, Florida, or anywhere else where waterfront living costs a fortune, it represents something increasingly rare: a genuine lifestyle upgrade at a price that still makes financial sense. The lake draws everyone from retirees craving a quiet…
Read MoreEvery Irmo homeowner asks what their home is worth right now. Online estimates can swing tens of thousands of dollars. This guide breaks down 2026 Irmo market data, neighborhood price-per-square-foot ranges, and three ways to get a reliable number for your specific home.
Read MoreLexington, SC has about 1,081 active homes listed, with a median listing price around $335,000 and a median sold price around $315,000. Homes are going under contract in 36 to 70 days depending on price and condition. The $250,000 to $420,000 band is where most families land in 2026.
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