What are some recommendations for off-post living at Fort Jackson?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 11:06:45 -0500

Got snatched up for Drill Sergeant at Fort Jackson starting in July. Anybody have any recommendations on areas to live/stay away from off-post? Trying to get a nice head start on this process.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2019 11:26 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 11:26:31 -0500

Depends how far you want to drive every day.

Response by LTC Eugene Chu made Jan 28 at 2019 11:57 AM

LTC Eugene Chu — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 11:57:16 -0500

Years ago, I lived at 42 Magnolia on Forest Drive when stationed at Jackson.

Pro: Right outside main gate, highly rated, great amenities

Con: Expensive compared to other complex competitors

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2019 12:33 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 12:33:36 -0500

15 minutes from Gate 4, 10 minutes from the Sandhill Shopping Complex, and right next to the Sesquicentennial State Park.

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Response by MSG Darren Gaddy made Jan 29 at 2019 8:36 PM

MSG Darren Gaddy — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 20:36:09 -0500

Look for an area where I-77 can be easily accessed. Start close and move down the corridor to the distance you wish to drive. Three major highways in the area, with 77 running directly adjacent to Fort Jackson, I20 accessible and running into 77 northeast of Jackson and I26 running into 77 southwest of Jackson. Several decent areas with 10-15 minutes outside of the main gate, the Percival Rd gate as well as the rear gate not requireing interstate travel. This is kinda vague, but gives you an idea of the layout.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2019 4:06 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 04:06:28 -0500

All depends on what's important to you. I bought a home father away in a great school district. If being close to work is key for you, and being a Drill takes a lot of time away , then a closer commute would be better. Stay away from apartments that are really cheap as you get what you pay for. Percival Rd, Forest Acres, Summit, Irmo, Blythwood are all great locations to rent and buy.