Last updated October 2026
Richard Franklin Estates — Chapin, South Carolina
Richard Franklin Estates is an established neighborhood of more than 75 homes in Chapin, South Carolina, mostly built in the 1960s and early 1970s. Listings for homes here have shown Lake Murray waterfront.
The Patrick O'Connor Team keeps this guide current and is always happy to answer questions about Richard Franklin Estates.
About Richard Franklin Estates
Richard Franklin Estates has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) and is in Richland County. Homes are on Wonder Drive, Circle Drive, Williams Way, Island Drive, Stillwater Drive, East Drive, and Old Road.
Most homes are older one-story ranches, and a smaller number of newer homes were built from the 1980s through 2022.
- Size: more than 75 homes
- Years built: from 1960 to 2022, with most built from 1960 to 1973
- Homes: mostly one story, most with three bedrooms
- Lots: typically about four-tenths of an acre, with some larger
- Streets: Wonder Drive, Circle Drive, Williams Way, Island Drive, Stillwater Drive, East Drive, and Old Road
- Location: Chapin 29036, Richland County
Homes for Sale in Richard Franklin Estates
Homes in Richard Franklin Estates 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 recorded sales in Richard Franklin Estates from 2024 through 2026. Each is a single sale, not an average, and every home's value depends on its lot, whether it is on the water, its size, condition, and updates.
- 1 Circle Drive sold for $545,000 (March 2026, built 1987)
- 129 Williams Way sold for $670,000 (July 2025, built 1963)
- 101 Williams Way sold for $879,000 (December 2024, built 1961)
- 1309 Wonder Drive sold for $725,000 (September 2024, built 1969)
- 21 Circle Drive sold for $705,000 (July 2024, built 1963)
Based on Richland County public property records as of October 2026. Ask us for current listings.
Types of Homes
Richard Franklin Estates is a single-family neighborhood. Most homes are older one-story ranches with three bedrooms, and some have two, four, or five. Homes range from under 1,000 to about 5,000 square feet, with a typical home around 2,150.
Because the homes span six decades and many have been updated, we compare each home on its own age, condition, lot, and setting.
Neighborhood Amenities
Richard Franklin Estates is an established neighborhood of individual lots, and its draw is the lake and the setting. Ask us for any neighborhood covenants or association details for a specific home before you write an offer.
Shopping, Dining, and Recreation
Day-to-day errands for Richard Franklin Estates 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. 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.
Contact The Patrick O'Connor Team
The Patrick O'Connor Team
Coldwell Banker Realty
607 Columbia Avenue
Lexington, SC 29072
803-243-0224
patrick.russell.oconnor@gmail.com
Home Prices
The Richard Franklin Estates sales shown above ran from $545,000 (March 2026, a 1987 home) to $879,000 (December 2024, a 1961 home on Williams Way). Prices here depend heavily on whether a home is on the water and how much it has been updated.
We don't publish a single neighborhood average. Ask us for a current comparative market analysis built from the most similar recent sales.
Quick Facts
- Location: Richard Franklin Estates, Chapin, SC 29036
- County: Richland
- Size: more than 75 homes
- Years built: 1960–2022, mostly 1960–1973
- Lake: listings for homes on Williams Way, East Drive, and Wonder Drive have shown Lake Murray waterfront
- 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
Some homes in Richard Franklin Estates are on Lake Murray. Recent listings for homes on Williams Way, East Drive, and Wonder Drive have shown Lake Murray waterfront, and one Williams Way listing included a private dock.
Not every home here is on the water, and docks and shoreline rights differ from home to home. If being on the water matters to you, tell us. We'll show you the waterfront homes and walk you through the shoreline and any dock for each one.
Lake Murray Access
Access depends on the home. Waterfront homes have their own shoreline, and homes off the water rely on public access. Lake Murray's public ramps and marinas are nearby, and our boat ramps guide lists them. We're happy to point you to the closest ones.
Location and Commute
Richard Franklin Estates has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) in Richland County, on the lake side of Chapin.
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
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Buying a Home in Richard Franklin Estates
A few things we help every buyer in Richard Franklin Estates check:
- Ask whether the home is on the water or off it, since that changes the price more than anything else here
- Ask about the dock and shoreline for any waterfront home
- Ask about the age of the roof, HVAC, and systems, since many homes are from the 1960s
- 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 Richard Franklin Estates
Buyers in Richard Franklin Estates are often shopping for the lake and the lot, and many are willing to renovate. A strong listing highlights the water, the lot, and recent updates such as a roof or HVAC.
We price Richard Franklin Estates 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 Richard Franklin Estates in Chapin?
Yes. Homes have a Chapin 29036 mailing address and are in Richland County.
Is Richard Franklin Estates on Lake Murray?
Some homes are. Recent listings for homes on Williams Way, East Drive, and Wonder Drive have shown Lake Murray waterfront, and other homes are off the water.
How many homes are there, and how old are they?
There are more than 75 homes. Most were built from 1960 to 1973, and a smaller number were built from the 1980s through 2022.
What schools serve Richard Franklin Estates?
Homes on Wonder Drive, Circle Drive, Williams Way, and Island Drive 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?
Recorded sales include 1 Circle Drive at $545,000 in March 2026 and 129 Williams Way at $670,000 in July 2025.
The Patrick O'Connor Team publishes Richard Franklin Estates information and updates and works with home buyers and sellers on Lake Murray and across the Midlands of South Carolina.