970 Shell Bluff Dr, Aiken, SC 29803
OFF MARKET

$1,401,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 8, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,568 sqft

970 Shell Bluff Dr, Aiken, SC 29803

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,568 sqft
$894/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Gated propertyFull kitchenOpen great room
Seeking a long term renter (minimum 3 months) for this beautiful and spacious two bedroom, one bath barn apartment located in the highly desirable Three Runs Plantation community on Aiken's southside. Set on a quiet, private 20 acre gated equestrian property, this residence offers exceptional living for those seeking privacy, security and a premium setting.

The thoughtfully designed apartment is located on the second floor above a horse barn and features a full kitchen, open great room, and two dedicated work spaces, ideal for work-from-home days. High speed dedicated internet is included. The private deck overlooks the peaceful property and is perfect for enjoying sunsets.

Both bedrooms are furnished with queen size beds and walk in closets, and the large bath includes a jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The kitchen is fully stocked, and all lines are provided for convenience.

The rental rate reflects the exclusive location, privacy, and high end amenities including:
high speed internet
garbage collection
$100 monthly electric credit

A friendly dog is welcome. The fully enclosed 3 acre fenced area (three board and electric fencing fencing) provides ample space for play. Dogs must be social, as there are three friendly dogs on the property.

Special reduced rent available for SRS employees and contractors with an easy approximately 20 minute commute to SRS and only two traffic lights. Longer stays will also have a rate reduction.

Additional details:

gated property
parking for up to two vehicles
no smoking
maximum two adults
fully furnished and move in ready

For equestrian tenants. There is a 7 acre pasture adjacent with water and two stall run in shed also available for self care for an additional fee.

Renter given $100 credit for electric per month. Over this amount is your responsibility.
970 Shell Bluff Dr, Aiken, SC 29803 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,568 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $130,000 on Jun 11, 2010 (6,180% above the $2,070 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $2,070 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 19, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,401,900, with a rent estimate of $1,695/month.

Home Details for 970 Shell Bluff Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 MonthAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 970 Shell Bluff Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1540 Quarry Pass, Aiken, SC
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
03/30/26
2
2
1,846 sqft
6280 Hiwassee Run, Aiken, SC
0.53
Single-Family Home
$987,500
07/02/26
3
3
2,120 sqft
524 Paddock Club Pkwy, Aiken, SC
0.67
Single-Family Home
$925,000
04/30/26
3
2
2,036 sqft
1192 Quarry Pass, Aiken, SC
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
03/25/26
4
2.5
3,159 sqft
169 Haddington Way, Aiken, SC
0.82
Single-Family Home
$440,000
07/07/26
3
2.5
2,194 sqft
252 Paddock Club Pkwy, Aiken, SC
0.58
Single-Family Home
$1,087,000
01/30/26
4
3
3,018 sqft
221 Carrington Pl, Aiken, SC
0.76
Single-Family Home
$520,000
10/07/26
3
3.5
2,847 sqft
980 Three Runs Plantation Dr, Aiken, SC
1.08
Single-Family Home
$998,000
06/30/26
2
2
1,354 sqft
110 Haddington Way, Aiken, SC
0.77
Single-Family Home
$615,000
06/10/26
3
2.5
3,147 sqft
722 Paddock Club Pkwy, Aiken, SC
0.77
Single-Family Home
$825,000
02/10/26
1
2
3,936 sqft

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What Locals Say about Aiken

At least 306 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 34 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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  • J_swihart
    "Semi-annual steeplechase; fall craft fair; farmers market 3 days a week; street parties downtown; removed from over enthusiastic snoops"
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  • Ashley Bales
    "My commute is easy. Most places around here are five to thirty minutes to get to. There are not a lot of places to go to that are very close. We have a few fast food places, but not a whole lot."
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  • Ashley Bales
    "You cannot own a dog in this neighborhood. You would have to move somewhere else to own a dog. I like dogs."
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  • Dorthy McConnel
    "The neighbors are friendly but mind their own business, mostly. It’s a quiet neighborhood where kids can ride their bikes and people can walk without fear of traffic. It is close to shopping and church. We have not had any problems in the five years we’ve been here."
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  • Ashley Bales
    "There are not any events that I know of. It would be cool to have some around here. I could just not know about them."
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  • Ashley Bales
    "I have lived in this area for around 3 years. It is a pretty nice place to live. Where I stay is very quiet and country"
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  • Ashley Bales
    "The roads here are rough, but you can get to anywhere you need to from here. This is a pretty good location to raise your kids."
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  • Sngoverflow
    "We have many dog groups for walks and socializing . We also have training for many different dog sports here. "
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  • Marisatrahan
    "My neighborhood is walkable to Restuarants, gym, medical facilities. Downtown is only an 8 minute commute. "
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  • Lpc2jpr
    "Some areas are more family oriented, some are more retirement centric. Very friendly town with alot of recent growth."
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  • Megan Livingston
    "People are always taking walks with dogs with leashes and are very friendly. I have walked mine as well! "
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  • Abigail Coito
    "Fine. Not too much traffic. Unless you’re on whiskey road I don’t use public transport but I do drive. "
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  • Shleyk213
    "There needs to be a indoor pool facility and gated pool area. There also need dog poop bags and also a side walk and also friendly neighbors And the community needs to stop yelling at people "
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  • Ann Holladay Mehrer
    "I live on a rescue farm for horses, donkeys, dogs, cats, goats, sheep and pigs. All I hear is animal noises. I don’t hear screaming or sirens. I hear peace!"
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  • Pete Swales
    "Good community to raise children in. Plenty of activities and resources available to keep the children engaged in."
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  • Urlildog2
    "Its safe so not sure what to write but its a great neighborhood and good local shops and close by to everything"
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  • Mamie S.
    "I lived here for a long time and it use to be quite but now it's very noisy and cars up and down the road at all kinds of hours. The neighbor don't care about their yard and yours either. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a safe neighborhood to raise your children and is also a family atmosphere that makes living here enjoyable."
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    "Community support and events occur on the holidays and special festivals that bring everyone together."
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  • Claudia D. L.
    "Everyone in the neighborhood always looks out for each other’s kids when their outside playing and there is also a neighborhood watch set in place."
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  • Paulette C.
    "good schooling, crime in the neighborhoods, hoa fees, how far is grocery and shopping centers. value of home"
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  • Wandaraysor64
    "This neighborhood is very safe and there are no pets running around without their owners and if they poop , the owners pick it up.."
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  • Amber S.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood over 10 years and I’ve never had any issues. Great place, quiet, peaceful "
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  • Cliff G.
    "The people are friendly and neighborly. Everyone walks by saying hi and gathers to keep our neighborhood safe. "
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  • Albinanacarlos
    "Five minutes from downtown, local shops and restaurants are all near by. Schools within five miles. "
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  • Cdelaney2054
    "I've lived here for 2 years and they continue to build and they constantly maintain neighborhood. It is always well maintained."
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  • Michelle B.
    "Their are many shootings in the area at night. Does not feel like a safe neighborhood after dark. Would not recommend moving to this area."
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  • Gage M.
    "Safe place to take your pets out for a walk and plenty of parks to go to. Also a lot if friendly people to meet"
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  • Ebony.lee602
    "They would love everything and everyone plus a quite area with friendly people no young people hanging out in the streets"
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  • Callmeyourdaddy
    "Just a nice quiet area. Peaceful, friendly and very low crime. Not a lot of traffic and close to a lot of great schools"
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  • Willie D. D.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood since 2016, and I am very happy where I am at . Very quiet and peaceful "
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  • Ebony.lee602
    "neighbors make the neighborhood unique I make the neighborhood unique just a beautiful ears close to the job coastal shopping close to restaurants just a good area "
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  • Angela S.
    "Just moved to the area in May. It's very quiet. Most neighbors keep to themselves. Only problem is neighbors on my strip don't abide by the two car parking per household. They are not respectful in that aspect. I come home at night sometimes with nowhere to park because there's company parking in my spots."
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  • Ebony.lee602
    "Haven't seen it yet looking forward to seeing this n neighborhood real soon but from what I've seen it's nice ready to move"
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  • Sawyerdogs
    "Steeplechase Horse Race, Halloween and just any old weekday cuz the wind's blowin'. I live at the end of cul-de-sac and everyone has dogs."
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  • Craig G.
    "There are many walkable parts of town, and the downtown in particular is a very nice place to spend time throughout the year."
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  • Jessica S.
    "dogs are welcome. neighbors are always walking they dogs. cat live in the area also. friendly dogs only"
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  • Carolynevrley5
    "It’s a terrific place to live, and very quiet neighbors. Downtown is very beautiful and fun to walk around and grab something to eat. "
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  • Joshua H.
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 19, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,070
Jan 5, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,070
Dec 18, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,070
Dec 15, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,070
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 13, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,170
Price decreased by 4%

Frequently asked questions about 970 Shell Bluff Dr

  • What is 970 Shell Bluff Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 970 Shell Bluff Dr in Aiken, SC is $1,401,900.
  • What is the price history for 970 Shell Bluff Dr?
    970 Shell Bluff Dr in Aiken, SC last sold for $130,000 in June 2010.
  • Is Aiken a buyer's or seller's market?
    Aiken is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Aiken?
    The median sale price in Aiken is $315K. That is down $11.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 970 Shell Bluff Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 970 Shell Bluff Dr in Aiken, SC has air conditioning.
  • Does 970 Shell Bluff Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 970 Shell Bluff Dr in Aiken, SC has in-unit laundry.

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