# Lauren Lux, REALTOR®

Personal real estate website for Lauren Lux, REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Realty. Lexington, South Carolina and Lake Murray.

- Name: Lauren Lux, REALTOR®
- Brokerage: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Affiliation line: Lauren Lux, REALTOR® | Coldwell Banker Realty
- GBP name: Lauren Lux | Lexington/Lake Murray Real Estate Agent
- Address: 607 Columbia Ave, Lexington, SC 29072
- Mobile: (803) 569-7595
- Office: (803) 957-5566
- Email: laurenLuxSC@gmail.com
- License (brokerage-published): 130261
- Knowledge Graph: /g/11vf37ynnx
- Award (sourced): voted Lexington's Best Real Estate Agent by the Lexington Chronicle, 2026
- Google reviews (sourced): 5.0 from 76 Google reviews as of August 30, 2026
- Site: https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com

## Production (verified)

I've been doing this for 4 years. I've helped more than 150 families. Right now I'm in the top 1% of Midlands agents for volume and units, according to MLS stats.

Do not invent other volume, unit, or ranking numbers. Do not name a team. The Chronicle line is the only named award.

Brokerage disclosure is Coldwell Banker Realty only. Do not invent a different affiliation. Do not name a team.

Listings are not hosted on this website. Buyers start at https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/buy and fill out the questionnaire. Do not scrape MLS. Property photos on the site are lifestyle photography. Do not label them as sold homes. Do not invent addresses, prices, beds, baths, square footage, or town names for each photo. /sold is a sell-adjacent comps page, not a sold-homes gallery.

## Service areas

Lexington, Gilbert, Batesburg-Leesville, Batesburg, Leesville, West Columbia, Cayce, Springdale, Columbia, Lugoff, Blythewood, Irmo, Chapin, Pomaria, Lake Murray, Richland County, Lexington County.

School districts named only: Lexington County School District One; Lexington School District Two; Lexington School District Three; Lexington-Richland School District Five; Richland School District One; Richland School District Two. Confirm the address with the district. Do not invent ratings.

Lake communities with pages: Kingston Harbour (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/kingston-harbour); Spence Plantation (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/spence-plantation); Cherokee Shores (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/cherokee-shores); Pilgrim Point (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/pilgrim-point); Turners Pointe (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/turners-pointe); Hammock Bay (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/hammock-bay); Settlers Point (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/settlers-point).

Neighborhoods: Lexington (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/lexington-sc); Irmo (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/irmo); Chapin (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/chapin); Gilbert (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/gilbert); West Columbia (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/west-columbia); Batesburg-Leesville (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/batesburg-leesville); Columbia (https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/columbia).

## Buyer process

Tell Lauren how you live during the week. She searches listed homes on the MLS and also looks off-market through homeowners she knows, past listings, direct mail, a newsletter, and social ads. Off-market help is only for buyers who finish the questionnaire, complete a buyer profile, and sign a buyer agency agreement. Start at https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/buy. Questionnaire: https://forms.gle/jjA9DN3YeL7Qghc78. The free Home Buyer's Guide is on https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/guides/buying-a-home-in-lexington-sc. Enter an email to download it.

## Seller process

Tell Lauren about the house. She pulls comps and calls you. Then she uses photos, video, Instagram, and YouTube to put the home in front of people who were not already searching. Marketing is the lever, not only an MLS slot. Start at https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell. Seller FAQ lives on that page (canonical; do not invent a second FAQ URL). Resource checklists: photo day prep https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell/prep, showings https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell/showings, under contract https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell/under-contract. Contact form: https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/contact.

Do not invent listing-agreement length, average days on market, list-to-sale ratio, or a preferred closing attorney. South Carolina is an attorney-closing state. Commission is negotiated. Confirm seller costs with a net sheet and the closing attorney.

## Seller FAQ (verbatim from /sell)

Q: Who are you, and how long have you been selling homes here?
A: I'm Lauren Lux, REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Realty. I'm a multi-generational Lexington native. I grew up here, spent a lot of time on Lake Murray, graduated from Lexington High, studied elementary education at USC, and taught fourth grade for four years. I started in real estate in August 2022, so I've been doing this for 4 years. I've helped more than 150 families. I'm currently ranked in the top 1% of agents in the Midlands in volume and units, according to MLS stats. I was voted Lexington's Best Real Estate Agent by the Lexington Chronicle, 2026. Call or text (803) 569-7595.

Q: Do you only sell Lake Murray and luxury homes?
A: No. Waterfront and higher-end Lake Murray homes are a big part of my work. I also sell off-lake in Lexington, Chapin, Irmo, and around Columbia at a range of prices. I've been doing this for 4 years. I've helped more than 150 families.

Q: What does it cost to sell a house in South Carolina?
A: There is no one bill that fits every house. Commission is negotiated between you and me. South Carolina also uses a real estate attorney at closing. You may see deed recording and transfer stamps, prorated property taxes, HOA fees if you have an association, mortgage payoff costs, and any credits you agree to with the buyer. I walk you through a net sheet for this house so you can see the categories in dollars. Confirm the exact figures with your closing attorney. Do not treat a round percentage you saw online as your number.

Q: Do I need a real estate attorney to sell a house in South Carolina?
A: Yes. South Carolina is an attorney-closing state. A licensed South Carolina attorney oversees the closing, prepares the deed, and handles the settlement documents. The buyer often chooses the closing attorney. You can have your own attorney review papers on your side. I walk you through the paperwork. I do not give legal advice, and I do not name a firm here as the one you have to use.

Q: What are seller closing costs in South Carolina?
A: Besides commission, sellers often see state deed stamps and recording (they scale with the sale price), attorney review if you hire your own, prorated county taxes, HOA estoppel or transfer fees, lender payoff and wire fees, and any repair credits or concessions in the contract. Those are categories, not a quote. Your net sheet and your closing attorney are how you confirm the numbers for this house.

Q: How is my home's value determined?
A: What a ready buyer will pay. The most reliable starting point is recent comparable sales near you, plus what is active and pending. Square footage, lot, condition, and updates matter. Waterfront on Lake Murray is not the same as inland Lexington, Chapin, or Irmo, and a lake view is not waterfront. I do a free in-person valuation. Send your address. I'll pull comps and call you.

Q: How do I get a strategy and price for my home?
A: Call or text (803) 569-7595, or use the form on this page. I'll walk the home, talk through a marketing plan, and give you a documented price recommendation. No pressure.

Q: What counts as a record sale?
A: A record is a verified high. The most paid on a street, in a neighborhood, or in a small pocket, or the highest price per square foot there. I check it in MLS data. I don't round it to make a headline.

Q: How do you get a record price for a home?
A: Marketing is the lever, not only an MLS slot. Photos, video, a clear story about how the house lives, and ads that reach people who weren't already searching. Competing demand is what produces a strong offer.

Q: When is the best time to sell in Lexington or around Lake Murray?
A: There is no single month that fits every house. Spring and early summer usually bring more buyers through Lexington, Chapin, Irmo, and around Lake Murray because people want to move before school starts. Fall can feel quieter on the street, which some sellers like. Winter buyers are often more serious about a specific house. Lake Murray waterfront has its own calendar because buyers come from outside the Midlands too. We pick a date from your house, your next purchase, and what's actually listed right now.

Q: How long does it take to sell a house here?
A: A well-prepared, well-priced home can go under contract quickly, or it can sit. I will not invent a days-on-market number for my listings or promise a two-week sale. After you accept an offer, inspections, the loan, appraisal, and attorney work often take about 30 to 45 days. Cash can be faster. From 'we're listing' to keys handed over is usually several weeks. We set the plan on your house.

Q: Does this still work in today's market?
A: The Midlands market has shifted. Waiting for buyers to find a listing isn't enough. I go find them with video, photos, and content. Then we talk about price based on what's actually happening right now.

Q: Should I get a pre-listing inspection?
A: Sometimes. If the house is older, you've had work done, or you have not lived there lately, seeing issues first can help you fix or disclose on your timeline. Newer homes in good shape often skip it. I'll tell you if it fits this house. It is not required.

Q: What repairs should I make before we list?
A: High-return work is usually paint, a deep clean, carpets, curb appeal, lights that work, and obvious dings. Skip a full kitchen or bath remodel unless the house truly needs it. Most trend remodels do not return their cost. We'll walk it and make a punch list for this house, not a Pinterest list.

Q: Do I need to stage the house?
A: Not always. We start with a clean house and honest photos. If a room would photograph better empty or simpler, I'll say so. We decide on your house.

Q: What disclosures are required when I sell in South Carolina?
A: South Carolina sellers generally complete a Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement. It covers what you know about major systems, defects, and repairs. Homes built before 1978 also have lead-based paint rules. Honesty matters. I walk you through the form so it is complete. This is not legal advice. Your attorney can answer legal questions.

Q: How do showings work, and can I be home?
A: Midlands listings typically use ShowingTime. You get a text or email when a buyer agent wants to come through. Reply to that request. Leave if you can, and take pets with you so buyers can talk. We set a notice window around school, work, or naps. I get the same alerts. If you miss a text, I can cover you. Feedback is uneven. I'll share what I get. Read the showings page or call (803) 569-7595.

Q: What happens after I accept an offer?
A: The signed contract goes to the closing attorney. The buyer usually has an inspection window written into the contract, then repair talks if something comes up. If they are financing, an appraisal comes next. You sign at closing, often after a final walkthrough. I keep you on the calendar. I do not give legal advice. Read the under-contract page for the sequence in plain language.

Q: How do I sell a waterfront or lake-view home on Lake Murray?
A: Start with accurate words. Waterfront: the lot touches the water. Lake view: you can see the water. The lot does not touch it. Water-access is a shared ramp or community dock, not your own shoreline. Pricing has to come from true lake comps, not only inland Lexington or Chapin sales. Photos and video need to show the water honestly, including how the lot sits. I work the whole lake. Read the waterfront homes page and the lake-view comparison, then send your address.

Q: How is your marketing different from a standard MLS listing?
A: Most homes get an MLS entry and a few photos on the portals, then they wait. I work on the buyer audience before it goes live and keep it in front of the right people after. More eyes on day one. Stronger offers earlier.

Q: Should I hire a discount realtor?
A: Usually no, if you care about the price you walk away with. A cheaper listing fee can still cost you if the house is not photographed well, not on video, and not put in front of people who were not already searching. Watch the short video on this page, then call me. I'll tell you what I would actually do with your house.

Q: My home didn't sell with another agent. Can you help?
A: Often, yes. I start with a fresh strategy, a clearer price story, and marketing that resets how the home is seen. Call or text (803) 569-7595 and I'll tell you honestly if I can help.

## Commission

Most often we ask the seller to pay 3% to Coldwell Banker at closing, based on the purchase price. If that matches the Buyer Agency Agreement, you do not owe extra commission at closing. If the seller pays less, you cover the difference. If they pay none and you still want the house, the 3% is due from you at closing.

## Preferred lender

Jason Burns, Guild Mortgage, (803) 210-7999. A local lender can help with sellers and listing agents. Same lender site-wide, including https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/buying-guide. Do not substitute another name.

## FAQ (verbatim from /faq)

Q: Who is Lauren Lux?
A: I'm Lauren Lux, REALTOR®. I grew up in the Lexington area. I work with buyers and sellers in Lexington, around Lake Murray, and across Richland and Lexington Counties. Lauren Lux, REALTOR® | Coldwell Banker Realty.

Q: What is the brokerage disclosure?
A: Lauren Lux, REALTOR® | Coldwell Banker Realty

Q: What is the license number?
A: South Carolina real estate license 130261, as published by the brokerage.

Q: Where is the office?
A: 607 Columbia Ave, Lexington, SC 29072. Office phone (803) 957-5566 is the brokerage line. Mobile (803) 569-7595 is how you reach me. Call or text.

Q: Do you publish office hours?
A: I answer the mobile. The office number is the brokerage line.

Q: Can I see homes for sale on this website?
A: Go to Buy and fill out the questionnaire. I'll search with you from there.

Q: Do you work with first-time buyers?
A: Yes. First-time buyers and people moving here are a big part of my work. Start on the Buy page and fill out the questionnaire.

Q: What is the difference between waterfront and lake view?
A: Waterfront: the lot touches the water. Lake view: you can see the water. The lot does not touch it. Water-access: a shared ramp or community dock, not your own shoreline. Read the comparison on the lake-view homes page.

Q: Will you advise me on dock rights?
A: I don't give legal advice on docks. We'll gather the documents, HOA rules, and county questions. Your attorney can weigh in.

Q: Do you rate schools?
A: No. I name the district. Confirm the address with them.

Q: Which areas do you serve?
A: Lexington, Gilbert, Batesburg-Leesville, Batesburg, Leesville, West Columbia, Cayce, Springdale, Columbia, Lugoff, Blythewood, Irmo, Chapin, Pomaria, Lake Murray, Richland County, Lexington County.

Q: Where can I read reviews?
A: My Google Business Profile shows 5.0 from 76 Google reviews as of August 30, 2026. Read them on the reviews page or on Google.

Q: How do I contact you?
A: Call or text (803) 569-7595, email laurenLuxSC@gmail.com, or use the form on the contact page.

## URL catalog

- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/: Home. Buy or sell in Lexington and around Lake Murray. Lauren grew up here.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/search: Go to Buy and fill out the questionnaire. I will search with you from there.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/buy: Buy a home with Lauren. MLS search plus off-market help after the questionnaire, buyer profile, and buyer agency agreement. 3% fee structure and preferred lender Jason Burns.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell: Seller hub for Lexington and Lake Murray: how Lauren works, video and photo marketing, home-worth form, seller FAQ, and resource checklists.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell/prep: Room-by-room photo and video prep before listing day: exterior, living areas, bedrooms, baths, kitchen, and paperwork.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell/showings: How showings work on a Midlands listing: ShowingTime requests, notice windows, pets, feedback, and what Lauren covers if you miss a text.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sell/under-contract: After you accept an offer in South Carolina: closing attorney, inspections, repair talks, appraisal, walkthrough, and closing.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/sold: I'll pull comps and call you. Sell-adjacent page for old /sold URLs. Call or send your address.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/reviews: Public Google Business Profile reviews for Lauren Lux, REALTOR®. 5.0 from 76 Google reviews as of August 30, 2026.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/about: About Lauren Lux, REALTOR®. Grew up in Lexington. 4 years of experience. I've helped more than 150 families. Top 1% of Midlands agents in volume and units according to MLS stats.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/contact: Call or text (803) 569-7595, email, or send the form. Lexington office at 607 Columbia Ave.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray: Homes on Lake Murray: waterfront, lake view, and water-access around the whole lake. Towns include Lexington, Irmo, Chapin, Columbia, Batesburg, Leesville, Gilbert, Prosperity, Little Mountain, and Newberry.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/neighborhoods: Every notable neighborhood on Lake Murray, SC, organized by side of the lake: what each one costs, who it fits, and what it's like to live there.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/buying-guide: What actually happens when you buy a home on Lake Murray: disclosures, the 10-day inspection window, closing costs, and how South Carolina's attorney-run closings work.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/property-taxes: South Carolina taxes your home based on how you use it. Here's exactly what a primary residence, a second home, and an investment property pay on Lake Murray.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/waterfront-guide: What every Lake Murray waterfront buyer needs to know: dock permits, why the water level changes, septic and well rules, and insurance for lakefront homes.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/faq: Swimming, alligators, taxes, drive times, fishing licenses, and short-term rentals: real answers to the questions people actually ask about living on Lake Murray, SC.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/waterfront-homes: What waterfront means on Lake Murray: the lot touches the water. A dock is a separate question.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/lake-view-homes: Lake-view homes, plus the waterfront versus lake view versus water-access comparison.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods: Town hub for Lexington, Irmo, Chapin, Gilbert, West Columbia, Batesburg-Leesville, Columbia, and Lake Murray.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/guides: Longer guides for buying, relocating, and selling in Lexington and around Lake Murray.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/faq: Site FAQ: brokerage, license, lake terms, school zones, areas served, and how to reach Lauren.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/privacy: Privacy practices for this personal REALTOR® website.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog: Blog index for Lexington and Lake Murray real estate notes.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/lexington-sc: Homes in Lexington, SC. Town week, Lake Murray close, Lexington County School District One named only.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/irmo: Homes in Irmo, SC. Columbia and the lake both in reach. Confirm county and Lexington-Richland School District Five.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/chapin: Homes in Chapin, SC. Smaller town where Lake Murray is part of daily life.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/gilbert: Homes in Gilbert, SC. More room in Lexington County. Lake still in reach.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/west-columbia: Homes in West Columbia, SC. Closer to Columbia, still Lexington County.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/batesburg-leesville: Homes in Batesburg-Leesville, SC. Slower west-county week. Lexington School District Three.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/neighborhoods/columbia: Homes in Columbia, SC. In-town streets with a Lexington-based REALTOR®.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/guides/buying-a-home-in-lexington-sc: How to buy a home in Lexington, around Lake Murray, and in the Midlands. Free Home Buyer's Guide by email on that page.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/guides/relocating-to-lexington-sc: Relocation guide: towns, commutes, and a week that actually fits.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/guides/selling-your-home-in-lexington-sc: How Lauren markets a Lexington or Lake Murray home: video, photos, Instagram, YouTube. Links to the seller hub, FAQ, and resource checklists.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/lake-murray-vs-lake-norman-sc: Blog: Lake Murray vs. Lake Norman: Which Should You Buy On?. Comparing Lake Murray, SC to Lake Norman, NC on water clarity, boat traffic, price per square foot, and long-term ownership costs.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/lake-murray-schools-and-healthcare: Blog: Lake Murray SC Schools & Healthcare, By District. Which school district covers each side of Lake Murray, and where to find top-rated healthcare, broken down for families relocating to the area.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/boat-clubs-and-testing-the-lake-life: Blog: Boat Club or Boat Ownership? Testing Lake Murray First. Before you buy a boat for Lake Murray, consider a boat club membership. Here's how the math and the experience compare.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/best-boat-up-restaurants-lake-murray: Blog: Best Boat-Up Restaurants on Lake Murray. Where to tie up and eat on Lake Murray: courtesy docks, boat-accessible marinas, and the best waterfront patios by side of the lake.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/lake-murray-waterfront-vs-lake-view: Blog: Lake Murray waterfront vs. lake view. Waterfront, water-access, and lake-view homes around Lake Murray are different. Call or text (803) 569-7595.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/lexington-vs-irmo-vs-chapin: Blog: Lexington vs. Irmo vs. Chapin. A local comparison of Lexington, Irmo, and Chapin for homebuyers. School districts named only. Call or text (803) 569-7595.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/relocating-to-lexington-sc: Blog: Relocating to Lexington, SC. How to move to Lexington, Lake Murray, and the Midlands. Call or text (803) 569-7595.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/first-time-homebuyer-lexington-sc: Blog: First-time homebuyers in Lexington, SC. First-time buyer guidance for Lexington and Lake Murray from Lauren Lux, REALTOR®. Call or text (803) 569-7595.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/selling-a-home-in-lexington-sc: Blog: Selling a home in Lexington, SC. Seller marketing for Lexington and Lake Murray homes: video, photos, Instagram, and YouTube. Call or text (803) 569-7595.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/blog/lake-murray-neighborhoods-to-know: Blog: Lake Murray neighborhoods to know. Lake Murray's four sides, from Lexington and Chapin to Irmo and Leesville, with a full neighborhood guide. Call or text (803) 569-7595.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/kingston-harbour: Kingston Harbour on Lake Murray. A Lexington-area lake neighborhood. We check whether the lot touches the water.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/spence-plantation: Spence Plantation on Lake Murray. A neighborhood close to the lake, not a stand-alone shoreline lot.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/cherokee-shores: Cherokee Shores on Lake Murray. A shoreline name. We confirm whether the house is actually on the water.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/pilgrim-point: Pilgrim Point on Lake Murray. A quieter lake pocket.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/turners-pointe: Turners Pointe on Lake Murray. A lake pocket. We sort waterfront, lake view, and water-access lot by lot.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/hammock-bay: Hammock Bay on Lake Murray. A Chapin-area lake community with shared amenities.
- https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/lake-murray/settlers-point: Settlers Point on Lake Murray. Near the lake. We check whether the lot touches the water or only gets you to it.

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Complete FAQ plus the three guides, inlined: https://www.laurenluxrealestate.com/llms-full.txt