Columbia · VA / Military
VA and Military Home Buyers in Columbia, SC
VA buyers and PCS moves to Fort Jackson. Both of us are Military Relocation Professionals, and we plan around your report date.
VA home buyers in Columbia: living near Fort Jackson
VA home buyers in Columbia usually start with one question: how far is it to post? Fort Jackson sits on the east side of the city, and Southeast Columbia (29209) is the closest of the three areas we work most, along with the Dorn VA Medical Center, which sits right in that ZIP code. Garners Ferry Road and I-77 are the main routes.
Southeast Columbia also usually offers the most affordable way into the city, with a median sold price of $255,228 over the twelve months ending October 8, 2026, according to Consolidated MLS. Northeast Columbia, at $259,900, offers newer homes with a longer drive.
Why military families choose us
Taylored Realty Team's office is on Garners Ferry Road, minutes from Fort Jackson, and both Terry and Yolanda Taylor hold the Military Relocation Professional designation. We plan the purchase backward from your report date and connect you with lenders who handle VA loans often.
When you are moving within the area, the TRT Moving Truck is free on moving day. One client wrote: "The moving truck is an added bonus!"
How a VA purchase in Columbia works
Orders in hand: we build the timeline from your report date and help you get pre-approved for your VA loan.
Area first: Southeast or Northeast Columbia, based on your commute to post and the kind of home you want.
House-hunting trip: a focused set of homes, lined up ahead of time.
Offer and due diligence: about 10 business days in our contracts for inspections, while your lender orders the VA appraisal.
Closing with a South Carolina closing attorney. See how we help you buy.
Southeast vs. Northeast Columbia for military buyers
Southeast Columbia: neighborhoods like Hampton's Grant, Yorkshire, and Knollwood, with brick ranches and traditional homes, some on larger lots. Close to post and to Southeast Park. Older homes may need updating, and the VA appraisal will look at condition.
Northeast Columbia: newer subdivision homes with more bedrooms, community pools and trails, and HOA dues. Rush-hour traffic toward post is the trade-off.
See our VA and military page or send us your report date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which part of Columbia is closest to Fort Jackson?
Of the three areas we work most, Southeast Columbia (29209) is closest to Fort Jackson and the Dorn VA Medical Center, along Garners Ferry Road and I-77.
Will an older home pass a VA appraisal?
Many do, but the VA appraisal looks at condition, so older homes deserve a careful inspection. We help you spot likely issues before you are deep into the contract.
Columbia
What va / military looks like in Columbia
Home base for Taylored Realty Team, where Terry and Yolanda do most of their business.
We work three parts of Columbia most: Southeast Columbia near Fort Jackson and Garners Ferry Road, the newer subdivisions of Northeast Columbia, and the Forest Acres and Trenholm Road area close to downtown. Each has its own homes, prices, and pace.
VA / Military: keep exploring
Ready to make your move with Taylored Realty Team?