Last updated October 2026

Portrait Hill — Chapin, South Carolina

Portrait Hill is a newer neighborhood of almost 500 homes in Chapin, South Carolina, with a community clubhouse, pool, walking trails, an amphitheater, and a small playground. Most homes were built between 2016 and 2022.

The Patrick O'Connor Team keeps this guide current and is always happy to answer questions about Portrait Hill.

About Portrait Hill

Portrait Hill has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) and is in Richland County. Streets carry art-themed names such as Van Gogh Way, Starry Night Court, and Botticelli Court, along with Portrait Hill Drive, Harvestwood Lane, Ruskin Drive, and Malachite Lane.

The homeowners association describes the community as a few miles from I-26 and hosts neighborhood events including a Fourth of July parade, an end-of-summer block party, and an adult Christmas party.

Size: almost 500 homes, according to the homeowners association
Years built: homes began going up in 2015, with most built between 2016 and 2022
Homes: mostly two-story, most with four or five bedrooms
Lots: mostly small, typically about a fifth of an acre
Association: Portrait Hill Home Owners Association, managed by MJS, Inc.
Location: Chapin 29036, Richland County

Homes for Sale in Portrait Hill

Homes in Portrait Hill 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 Portrait Hill from the first half of 2026. Each is a single sale, not an average, and every home's value depends on its lot, size, condition, and updates.

28 Starry Night Court sold for $429,900 (June 2026, built 2022)
2177 Harvestwood Lane sold for $610,000 (May 2026, built 2019)
412 Maria Posada Court sold for $465,000 (May 2026, built 2019)
1108 Portrait Hill Drive sold for $539,000 (April 2026, built 2016)
13 Botticelli Court sold for $515,000 (April 2026, built 2022)
2168 Harvestwood Lane sold for $619,900 (March 2026, built 2018)
550 Malachite Lane sold for $425,000 (March 2026, built 2022)
1115 Portrait Hill Drive sold for $335,000 (February 2026, built 2016)

Based on Richland County public property records as of October 2026. Ask us for current listings and association details.

Types of Homes

Portrait Hill is a single-family neighborhood. Most homes are two stories, and most have four or five bedrooms, with some three-bedroom homes as well. Homes range from about 1,700 to 4,600 square feet.

Because the community was built over several years, the homes are close in age but differ in size and builder, so we compare each one on its own layout and lot.

Neighborhood Amenities

Portrait Hill's homeowners association describes a community that includes:

Clubhouse: at 1033 Portrait Hill Drive, available for homeowners to reserve
Pool: community pool with posted pool rules
Walking trails: trails throughout the neighborhood, with a trail map on the association's website
Amphitheater and playground: a small playground and an amphitheater
Events: Fourth of July parade, end-of-summer block party, and other community events
Association dues: recent listings show about $600 to $650 a year, which covers the clubhouse, pool, playground, and shared green areas

Dues are paid through the association's management company, MJS, Inc. (see the association's FAQ page). Ask us for the association documents, rules, and architectural review requirements before you write an offer.

Shopping, Dining, and Recreation

Day-to-day errands for Portrait Hill 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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Lexington, SC 29072
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Home Prices

The Portrait Hill sales shown above, all from February through June 2026, ran from $335,000 to $619,900. The lower sales were for smaller homes, and the higher sales were for the largest homes, around 4,000 square feet or more.

We don't publish a single neighborhood average. Ask us for a current comparative market analysis.

Quick Facts

Location: Portrait Hill, Chapin, SC 29036
County: Richland
Size: almost 500 homes
Years built: 2015–2023, mostly 2016–2022
HOA: Portrait Hill Home Owners Association — recent listings show about $600 to $650 a year
Amenities: clubhouse, pool, walking trails, amphitheater, and small playground
Association website: portraithillsc.com
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

Portrait Hill is an inland neighborhood. Its draw is the community clubhouse, pool, and trails rather than lakefront living.

If being on Lake Murray matters to you, tell us. We'll show you Chapin's lakefront neighborhoods and compare them with what Portrait Hill offers.

Lake Murray Access

Portrait Hill's amenities are the clubhouse, pool, trails, amphitheater, and playground. 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

Portrait Hill has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) in Richland County. The homeowners association describes the neighborhood as a few miles from I-26 and about a twenty-minute drive from downtown Columbia.

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 Portrait Hill

A few things we help every buyer in Portrait Hill check:

Ask about the clubhouse, pool, and trail rules and how reservations work
Ask which builder and which section the home is in, since sizes and lots vary
Read the covenants and architectural review rules before you plan a fence, shed, or pool
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 Portrait Hill

Buyers in Portrait Hill compare newer homes close in age, so condition, lot, and upgrades matter. A strong listing highlights the floor plan, any fenced yard or wooded buffer, and the community amenities.

We price Portrait Hill 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 Portrait Hill in Chapin?

Yes. Homes have a Chapin 29036 mailing address and are in Richland County.

How many homes are in Portrait Hill?

The homeowners association describes the community as almost 500 homes.

What amenities does Portrait Hill have?

A community clubhouse and pool, walking trails, an amphitheater, and a small playground, plus neighborhood events through the homeowners association.

What are the HOA dues?

Recent listings show dues of about $600 to $650 a year. Dues are paid through the management company, MJS, Inc. Ask us for the current amount and the association documents.

Is Portrait Hill on Lake Murray?

No. It is an inland neighborhood in Chapin, and its amenities are the clubhouse, pool, and trails.

What schools serve Portrait Hill?

Homes on Portrait Hill Drive, Harvestwood Lane, Ruskin Drive, Malachite Lane, and Maria Posada 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 28 Starry Night Court at $429,900 in June and 2168 Harvestwood Lane at $619,900 in March.

The Patrick O'Connor Team publishes Portrait Hill information and updates and works with home buyers and sellers on Lake Murray and across the Midlands of South Carolina.