Lauren Small, Realtor

Lauren Small, Realtor Helping you find a home, homestead, or estate that fits your lifestyle. Rooted in the Midlands. Strong knowledge of the Midlands
I’m a South Carolina native.

Passionate about intentional living, personalized service, and meaningful spaces. Realtor® licensed with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midlands Real Estate Born and raised in Lexington, I have watched the area grow and transform. I moved to Columbia and lived in several different parts of town before settling in Forest Acres for a while. We lived in the Irmo area for several years and loved our

time there. We have finally started planting some roots in rural South Carolina as we begin our dream of having a homestead. I know the Midlands of South Carolina well and I'm proud to call it home. Helping you create a home you truly love
I am passionate about helping you create a home you truly love. The first step in selling your home is decluttering, organizing, and staging it. I love showing you how to accomplish this and get you top dollar for your home. When buying, I love helping you envision all of the potential a new home has. I share many ways that paint and a little creativity can completely transform a space. I believe clear communication is very important and pride myself in providing this to you. Active and involved in our community
Building community is important to me and I enjoy getting involved in many ways. I am active in local community efforts and organizations. I attend town council meetings and stay up to date with growth and change in the area. With my knowledge of the Midlands I am able to help buyers find a home in the area that best meets their needs. This is also a great advantage when marketing your home for sale. Outside of work
When I’m not working I love being outside in nature. I grew up in a neighborhood but right at the beginning of its development. I spent a lot of time playing in 14 mile creek and in the large woods behind our house. So while my husband (who grew up in the country) calls me a city girl, I consider myself “woodsy”. My kids and I spend a lot of time digging in the garden and tending to our small flock of chickens. We recently added Daisy and Duke, an Irish Dexter cow and bull to our homestead and have enjoyed their fun personalities. We enjoy going to Riverbanks Zoo, Saluda Shoals, and the many parks and amenities the Midlands have to offer. I’m also usually in the middle of some sort of DIY project whether it be building furniture, remodeling, painting, or adding more spaces for plants. I would love to help you buy or sell your home. Give me a call today to chat!

06/10/2026

The best decision I ever made was marrying Chris Small. He'll drive out of his way to fill up my car with gas, pick up shavings for the baby chicks that he doesn't want and buy a new watering tank for the sheep that he doesn't want. And he does it all with a smile ❤️😍

06/09/2026

Agents & Sellers:

I have clients actively looking for the following. Please let me know if you have anything coming up or you're interested in possibly selling!

1) Fairfield County - 5+ acres - vacant land or home on land. Under 450k. Could be 1-2 miles outside Fairfield County.

2) Residential lot in West Columbia or Lexington (closer to West Cola than further into Lexington)

3) Lexington 29072 or Chapin- 4-5 bedroom, 3000sf+ home on large lot with pool or room for pool. Under 1m.

4) Chapin- Lakefront home with great view, 4+ bedrooms, 3,000sf+, pool or room for pool, private dock, large private yard.

We've seen everything on the market so off market or coming soon only please!

06/06/2026

Lots of growth happening here in the Midlands of South Carolina, in Columbia and the surrounding areas.

What's driving that?

Avery & Lauren share a few points.

Thinking about making a move? Give us a call!

Real Talk with:
Avery Blevins with Foundation Mortgage
Lauren Small with BHHS Midlands Real Estate

06/05/2026

After all that we had been through, it was just absolutely and utterly exhausting. I cried while I photographed each of my special books and then put them into trash bags and set them the front porch for Chris to haul off to the dump. It was more than just books, it was memories with my children, goals and hopes and dreams on pages. It was difficult and therapeutic but overall just needed. And so. Many. More. Items....

We then had Kleen Indoors HEPA vac our entire house. Floors, ceilings, walls, in all of the contents. It's been a whole year since that series of events. They also gave us some very helpful tips to help keep our home healthy that we implemented.

Once I learned about Scout the mold dog, I knew that I wanted to have him out to see how he operated. I also wanted to do a little "check up" to see how everything was in the house and give us a little bit more peace of mind or be able to address anything if needed.

It was so neat to see Scout working. He's quite a happy guy and was very eager and excited to get to work. He would sniff around and stop and point when he found mold. Thankfully we had no serious issues in the house itself! He did indicate that there were mold on the kids nugget couches. They actually showed an abnormal particulate count last year. But we HEPA vacuumed them and washed the covers and it was just recommended that the kids don't sleep on them. In the back of my mind I was worried about them since then. So, in the trash they went. There were a few other areas around the home that were really just general maintenance things like the little drawer in the washing machine, a tube inside of the tank of the toilet, and a couple of smaller things that were really easy to address.

We made a lot of decisions when building the home to prevent mold and we're so happy with how JOST Homes implemented those. I need to do a whole other video just about that at some point. So, thankfully no issues with the home itself!

To have Scout out to your home contact

06/05/2026

Things we do in our mold literate home: 

First of all, what does mold literate mean? It means that we know the common causes of mold in a home and how to proactively prevent mold in our home. You know the saying, an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of the cure. And let me tell you.... The cost of prevention is much better than the cost of remediation. 

First up, coffee. For us, coffee is essential in life. But were you aware that coffee is a common source of mold mycotoxins? We only drink mold-free coffee. Our favorites are Loveland Coffee and Purity Coffee. Both can be shipped straight to your home or you can pick up Loveland, locally. Also standard coffee makers have lots of plastic tubing and room for mold to hide. We used to use a french press but we now love a Bodum pour over. An added benefit is that Bodum has been tested and is lead free.

We had our bathroom vanities custom built to look like furniture pieces. But the main reason was so that they were lifted up off of the ground. If there is ever a leak, the water will hit the ground and not be hidden and encapsulated. We also have these great drip trays for under each sink so if there's a small leak it will pool up and trigger the water alarm. Also, not pictured. Are these really great trays that we had installed under our dishwashers to force a dishwasher leak forward instead of back behind the cabinets.

Awair air quality monitors monitor several locations in our home to keep up with humidity, particulate count, vocs, carbon monoxide, as well as the temperature. It shows you an easy score on the counter so you know if there's trouble and you can see the trends in a handy app on your phone.

Air purifiers have been essential in our home for years. Air Doctor is the best brand in my opinion. They are HEPA certified, have filters and carbon pre-filters for added filtration. In the past we used Honeywell which was also a good option but we found that they did not last as long with regular use. If you need a good filter on a budget, I recommend Honeywell.

Rest in comments 👇🏼

06/03/2026

Some estates are historic. This one is rare.

Tucked within Aiken's coveted Winter Colony District, The Village Greenhouse is a .53-acre sanctuary where mature gardens, winding pathways, and nearly a century of Southern character converge.

The 1927 main residence is a study in craftsmanship... Hitchcock ceilings, French doors, transom windows, a butler's pantry, and details that simply aren't replicated in modern construction.

A guest house. A garage apartment. A detached workshop. All nestled within a single, private oasis moments from downtown Aiken.

This is the kind of offering that defines a career. And it won't last.

📍334 Sumter Street SE | Aiken, South Carolina
Offered at $950,000

Lauren Small, Realtor
Small & Co. Team at
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midlands Real Estate

Discover a rare historic offering in Aiken’s coveted Winter Colony District. Once known as The Village Greenhouse, this ...
06/02/2026

Discover a rare historic offering in Aiken’s coveted Winter Colony District. Once known as The Village Greenhouse, this enchanting .53-acre estate feels like stepping into your own Secret Garden. Mature landscaping, winding pathways, and multiple tucked-away residences create a private oasis just moments from downtown Aiken, the horse district, shopping, dining, and The Willcox.

Built in 1927, the main residence offers 3,094 square feet of timeless Southern charm and architectural character. A welcoming front porch serves as an outdoor living room, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Inside, a spacious foyer leads to a beautiful living room featuring one of Aiken’s finest Hitchcock ceilings. Tongue-and-groove ceilings, transom windows, French doors, vintage details, and an original butler call bell showcase the craftsmanship rarely found in today’s homes.

The main level also includes a formal dining room, butler’s pantry, kitchen, office, and sunroom filled with natural light. Hardwood floors run throughout much of the home, with additional hardwoods believed to be beneath the kitchen flooring. All four bedrooms are located upstairs. Two feature private en-suite baths, while the remaining bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath. One bedroom also includes its own private sunroom. Laundry areas are available on both levels, and a full basement provides additional storage and utility space.

The guest house adds approximately 1,215 square feet with its own kitchen, laundry, living area, one bedroom, one-and-a-half baths, and basement.

A separate garage apartment with three bedrooms and one bath is ready for renovation and offers excellent potential.

A detached workshop completes the property and is ideal for gardening, hobbies, or storage.

Rich in history, character, and opportunity, this unique estate offers the rare chance to own a private compound in one of Aiken’s most treasured historic neighborhoods.

📍334 Sumter Street SE | Aiken, South Carolina
Offered at $950,000

Call for more details 803-413-5787

Lauren Small, REALTOR
Small & Co. Team at
BHHS Midlands Real Estate

Looking for room to spread out and make it your own?This 5.63-acre tract offers the opportunity to enjoy country living ...
06/01/2026

Looking for room to spread out and make it your own?

This 5.63-acre tract offers the opportunity to enjoy country living with the flexibility to create the property you've been dreaming about.

Located less than 5 miles from Swansea and approximately 30 miles from downtown Columbia, this wooded parcel features approximately 201 feet of road frontage and extends over 1,100 feet deep, providing privacy and a natural setting. One edge of the property is bordered by floodplain, wonderful for attracting wildlife.

Whether you're envisioning a secluded homesite, a small homestead, space for recreation, or simply investing in land, this property offers a blank slate to bring your vision to life.

Public water is available, and a septic system would be needed. Enjoy the freedom, privacy, and possibilities that come with owning your own piece of South Carolina countryside.

📍Basil Road • Swansea, South Carolina
Offered at $65,000

Lauren Small, REALTOR
Small & Co. Team at
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midlands Real Estate

05/29/2026

And the winner of the Garner's Natural Life basket goes to...

🎉🎉🎉 .sarah.e 🎉🎉🎉

Congratulations Sarah! And a huge thank you to for generously gifting this basket of all my favorite things!

May was for the buyers...First up, the sweetest couple who moved here from North Carolina... You know what they say... S...
05/28/2026

May was for the buyers...

First up, the sweetest couple who moved here from North Carolina... You know what they say... Sometimes the third time's the charm and that was the case with these clients. We went under contract on two houses that unfortunately just had a huge list of problems once we had inspections. They ended up finding this fairly new home in Camden (yay for being on a slab!)

Both my listings that sold this month were too little cuties that both sold under 180k. There are still affordable houses! Staging really elevated both of these and helped them to look their best.

I helped two separate couples move here from out of state. One couple was from New York and looking for something rural and space for their horses. The other from Alaska and looking for something near fort Jackson. So excited for both of them... Both had snow on the ground when we started looking at houses! And I was here in a tank top 😂

In total, I was honored to be able to help four separate first-time home buyers, two VA buyers, and 3 out of state moves.

If you're thinking about making a move to South Carolina, give me a call. I would love to help!
☎️ 803-413-5787

Lauren Small, REALTOR
Small & Co. Team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Midlands Real Estate

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