Columbia metro, SC relocation guide
Moving to Irmo, SC
$299,950Median listing price
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About Irmo
Irmo — the self-styled 'Gateway to Lake Murray and Home of the Okra Strut' — sits about 12 miles northwest of central Columbia along I-26. Its Harbison corridor is one of the metro's biggest retail and medical hubs, while older Irmo keeps a small-town feel with the annual Okra Strut festival.
Home prices in Irmo
The median listing price in Irmo is $299,950.
Top places in Irmo
- Harbison corridor
- Harbison State Forest
- Lake Murray access
- Irmo Community Park and the Okra Strut festival grounds
- Downtown Columbia via I-26
Commuting from Irmo
- Approximately 15-20 minutes to downtown Columbia via I-26 (approximate).
Schools in Irmo
Public schools: Lexington-Richland School District Five. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Irmo FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Irmo, SC?
The median listing price in Irmo is $299,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Irmo, SC?
Approximately 15-20 minutes to downtown Columbia via I-26 (approximate). - Which school district serves Irmo, SC?
Irmo is served by Lexington-Richland School District Five. 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.