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253 Forum Dr, Columbia, SC 29229

Former restaurant totaling 10,151 SF offers a new façade and is available as one tenant or subdivided.

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Property Size3,500 SF
Days on Market497

Property Features for 253 Forum Dr

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,500 SF
Property subtype RETAIL
Listing Agency: Atlantic Retail | Charlotte
Listed By: Micah Groeber
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Mar 26, 2025 Changed: Jul 27 Last Checked: Aug 3 at 1:39PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Former restaurant retail space totaling 10,151 SF is available as a single tenant or subdivided for multiple tenants. The property includes a new façade renovation and related improvements scheduled for completion.

The center is an outparcel to Village at Sandhill, a 300-acre multi-phase lifestyle center, and is described as being in a submarket with high barriers to entry.

The property is presented as a retail storefront opportunity with renovation work underway or being completed, supporting multiple configuration options within the existing footprint.

Key Highlights

  • 10,151 SF former restaurant available as a single tenant or subdividable for multiple tenants
  • New façade renovation and improvements planned/being completed
  • Outparcel to Village at Sandhill, a 300‑acre multi‑phase lifestyle center

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Electrical Service Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage Law Firm

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

850
Businesses Nearby
761k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Apparel 33% Shops & Services 21% Dining 14% Superstores 13%
Sam's Club Superstores
96,797 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Academy Sports + Outdoors Apparel
60,723 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Belk Apparel
43,988 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Regal Sandhill Leisure
37,770 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Hobby Lobby Shops & Services
37,688 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 29229, SC

51,548
Population
20,939
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
46%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
18.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,817
Density / Sq Mi
$72,571
Median Household Income
$45,091
Median Earnings
$1,528
Median Rent
$230,800
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Columbia, SC

$15.99 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$12–$18 /SF/Yr
Price Range
13,560 SF
Avg Space Size

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Columbia, SC

6.6% 2020
6.6% 2021
5.7% 2022
4.4% 2023
5.4% 2024
5.7% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Former restaurant totaling 10,151 SF offers a new façade and is available as one tenant or subdivided.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 253 Forum Dr Columbia, SC.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 10,151 SF former restaurant available as a single tenant or subdividable for multiple tenants; New façade renovation and improvements planned/being completed; Outparcel to Village at Sandhill, a 300‑acre multi‑phase lifestyle center
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