Last updated October 2026
Collins Cove — Chapin, South Carolina
Collins Cove is a newer neighborhood in Chapin, South Carolina, built by Great Southern Homes. Nearly all of its homes were built between 2024 and 2026, and many sold in 2026.
The Patrick O'Connor Team keeps this guide current and is always happy to answer questions about Collins Cove.
About Collins Cove
Collins Cove has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) and is in Richland County. Homes are on Murray Falls Lane, Collins Cove Drive, and Elk Run Court, and the neighborhood's shared green space runs along Guise Road.
The builder, Great Southern Homes, operates a sales center on Murray Falls Lane and lists floor plans with three to five bedrooms.
- Builder: Great Southern Homes
- Years built: 2023 to 2026, with most homes built in 2024 and 2025
- Homes: most with five bedrooms, and many with three or four
- Lots: small, typically about a quarter of an acre
- Association: Collins Cove Homeowners Association, which owns the neighborhood's shared green space and its two ponds
- Location: Chapin 29036, Richland County
Homes for Sale in Collins Cove
Homes in Collins Cove come up for sale throughout the year, and the best ones can move quickly. Call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 or use the Contact Us button for a current list of active and upcoming listings, and we'll set you up with alerts the moment something new hits the market.
Market Data as of October 2026
Here are recent recorded sales in Collins Cove from February through August 2026. Each is a single sale, not an average, and every home's value depends on its lot, size, floor plan, and finishes.
- 133 Collins Cove Drive sold for $492,500 (August 2026, built 2024)
- 143 Collins Cove Drive sold for $504,000 (July 2026, built 2024)
- 20 Elk Run Court sold for $450,000 (June 2026, built 2025)
- 29 Elk Run Court sold for $576,900 (May 2026, built 2025)
- 313 Murray Falls Lane sold for $585,000 (March 2026, built 2025)
- 319 Murray Falls Lane sold for $429,900 (February 2026, built 2025)
Based on Richland County public property records as of October 2026. Ask us for current listings, builder incentives, and association details.
Types of Homes
Collins Cove is a single-family neighborhood of new construction. Homes range from about 2,000 to 4,200 square feet, and most have five bedrooms. Floor plans from the builder range from smaller three-bedroom homes to large five-bedroom plans.
Because these homes are new and close in age, price follows size, floor plan, and lot.
Neighborhood Amenities
Recent listings describe the Collins Cove association as covering:
- Shared-area maintenance: the association owns the neighborhood's shared green space, including two ponds
- Sidewalk maintenance
- Street light maintenance
- Association dues: recent listings show about $840 a year
Ask us for the association documents and rules before you write an offer.
Shopping, Dining, and Recreation
Day-to-day errands for Collins Cove are usually in Chapin, with more shopping and dining along the I-26 corridor. Lake Murray's marinas and waterfront restaurants are part of the draw for Chapin as a whole. See our guide to Lake Murray boat ramps and Patrick's restaurant recommendations. Tell us what matters most and we'll show you what's close by.
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607 Columbia Avenue
Lexington, SC 29072
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Home Prices
The Collins Cove sales shown above, from February through August 2026, ran from $429,900 to $585,000. The lowest sale was a three-bedroom home of about 2,050 square feet, and the highest sales were for the largest plans of about 4,100 square feet.
We don't publish a single neighborhood average. Ask us for a current comparative market analysis, including any builder incentives on homes still being sold.
Quick Facts
- Location: Collins Cove, Chapin, SC 29036
- County: Richland
- Builder: Great Southern Homes
- Years built: 2023–2026
- HOA: Collins Cove Homeowners Association — recent listings show about $840 a year
- Covered by dues: shared-area, sidewalk, and street light maintenance
- Schools: Lake Murray Elementary, Spring Hill Middle, Chapin High (Lexington-Richland School District Five)
This area is in Lexington-Richland School District Five. School assignments are set by address and can change, so check any specific home with the district's school locator, and we're happy to help.
Waterfront Homes
Collins Cove is not a lakefront neighborhood. Its homes surround two neighborhood ponds and shared green space, and Lake Murray is a short drive away.
If being on the water matters to you, tell us. We'll show you Chapin's lakefront neighborhoods and compare them with what Collins Cove offers.
Lake Murray Access
Collins Cove's shared spaces are its ponds and green areas. For the lake, Lake Murray's public ramps and marinas are the nearest options. Our boat ramps guide lists them, and we're happy to point you to the closest ones.
Location and Commute
Collins Cove has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) in Richland County. The builder describes the neighborhood as having convenient access to I-26 and an easy connection to Columbia, with Lake Murray a short drive away (see the community listing on NewHomeSource).
Commute times vary by route and time of day — we're happy to map yours from any address you have in mind.
Nearby Neighborhoods to Compare
Browse more guides on our Neighborhoods page.
Buying a Home in Collins Cove
A few things we help every buyer in Collins Cove check:
- Ask the builder and us about incentives and what is included in a new home
- Ask which homes are finished and which are still being built
- Ask about the ponds, drainage, and the lot's setting before you choose a home site
- Ask us for the neighborhood covenants and any association documents, along with the current dues, before you write an offer
- Check the school assignment for the specific address with the district's school locator
- Compare recent sales of truly similar homes rather than a neighborhood average
Call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 for a current home search and a tour.
Selling a Home in Collins Cove
Buyers in Collins Cove compare many similar new homes, so condition, upgrades, lot, and fencing matter. A strong listing highlights what you added beyond the builder's finishes.
We price Collins Cove homes from the most similar recent sales, prepare the documents buyers will ask for, and build a launch plan around what makes your home stand out.
Thinking of selling? Call 803-243-0224 or use the contact button below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Collins Cove in Chapin?
Yes. Homes have a Chapin 29036 mailing address and are in Richland County.
Who built Collins Cove?
Great Southern Homes built the community, with homes on Murray Falls Lane, Collins Cove Drive, and Elk Run Court.
How new are the homes?
Homes were built from 2023 to 2026, with most built in 2024 and 2025.
What are the HOA dues, and what do they cover?
Recent listings show dues of about $840 a year, covering shared-area, sidewalk, and street light maintenance. Ask us for the current amount and the association documents.
Is Collins Cove on Lake Murray?
No. It is a neighborhood of new homes around two ponds, and the lake is a short drive away.
What schools serve Collins Cove?
Homes on Collins Cove Drive and Elk Run Court are assigned to Lake Murray Elementary, Spring Hill Middle, and Chapin High in Lexington-Richland School District Five. Assignments are set by address and can change.
What have homes sold for?
Recent 2026 sales include 133 Collins Cove Drive at $492,500 in August and 20 Elk Run Court at $450,000 in June.
The Patrick O'Connor Team publishes Collins Cove information and updates and works with home buyers and sellers on Lake Murray and across the Midlands of South Carolina.