Columbia metro, SC relocation guide
Moving to Elgin, SC
$315,000Median listing price
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About Elgin
Elgin — 'Home of the Catfish Stomp' — sits about 20 miles northeast of central Columbia along US-1, with a portion extending into Richland County. This small railroad town hosts the annual Catfish Stomp festival and offers affordable small-town living on the I-20 corridor.
Home prices in Elgin
The median listing price in Elgin is $315,000.
Top places in Elgin
- Catfish Stomp festival
- Historic downtown Elgin along US-1
- Nearby Lugoff and Camden attractions
- Sesquicentennial State Park (southwest)
Commuting from Elgin
- Approximately 25-30 minutes to downtown Columbia via US-1/I-20 (approximate).
Schools in Elgin
Public schools: Kershaw County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Elgin FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Elgin, SC?
The median listing price in Elgin is $315,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Elgin, SC?
Approximately 25-30 minutes to downtown Columbia via US-1/I-20 (approximate). - Which school district serves Elgin, SC?
Elgin is served by Kershaw County School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.