Shaw Air Force Base is located near Sumter, South Carolina, about 45 miles east of Columbia.
The Sumter area offers attractions like Swan Lake Iris Gardens and plenty of outdoor recreation at Poinsett State Park.
Columbia, just a short drive away, features the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, the South Carolina State Museum, and vibrant dining and shopping.
For beach trips, Myrtle Beach is about two hours away.
Sumter is the closest city, offering a variety of housing and amenities.
Camden, about 30 minutes away, provides a quieter, small-town feel.
Columbia, though farther away, offers more urban amenities and diverse neighborhoods.
Dalzell and Manning are other nearby communities with convenient commutes to the base.
Each town has unique features, so you can choose the one that best fits your preferences and needs, and the hand-picked realtor we connect you with can help you make the best decision for your circumstances.
You do not unless you get to the point where you have an agreement stating otherwise. We recommend using our recommendation as part of your real estate agent selection process.
If you choose not to work with the agent we recommend, we hope the experience gave you more confidence with the choice you ultimately make.
In the simplest way possible – we are paid a referral commission by the real estate agent when you close on a home. You pay us nothing out of pocket.
Most connections take less than a business day unless there is a unique need that we must account for.
Yes! We will help you get all your boxes checked before you need to actively start searching for a home. This includes helping you find a real estate agent who can familiarize you with the local area and neighborhoods.
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