Columbia South Carolina Information
Columbia had no paved streets until 1908, when 17 blocks of Main Street were surfaced. There were, however, 115 publicly maintained street crossings at intersections to keep pedestrians from having to wade through a sea of mud between wooden sidewalks. As an experiment, Washington Street was once paved with wooden blocks. This proved to be the source of much local amusement when they buckled and floated away during heavy rains. The blocks were replaced with asphalt paving in 1925.
The first paid firemen were hired in 1903. A car was purchased for the chief that same year, evidently the first vehicle owned by the city. In 1934, the federal courthouse at Main and Laurel was purchased by the city for use as City Hall. Built of granite from nearby Winnsboro, Columbia City Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by Alfred Bult Millet, President Ulysses S. Grant's federal architect, the building was completed in 1876. Mullet, best known for his design of the Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., had originally designed the building with a clock tower. Large cost overruns probably caused it to be left out.
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4101 Kilbourne
Columbia, SC 29205
Heathwood
Residential
MLS# 492296 / Active
This exquisite home with breathtaking marble foyer, formal dining and living rooms, an expansive custom kitchen, bar, and sitting area is serenely...
6048 Woodvine
Columbia, SC 29206
Forest Lake Estates
Residential
MLS# 492292 / Active
Looking for a Forest Acres Homes with Charm, Character and Tons of POTENTIAL on just over half acre lot! This is a charmer! This split level home f...
3616 Greenway
Columbia, SC 29206
Residential
MLS# 492291 / Active
This beautiful single family home has many features. This property sits on the lake front, gas stove, fireplace in the family room, HUGE deck on th...
324 Oakbrook Village
Columbia, SC 29223
Oakbrook Village
Residential
MLS# 492289 / Active
Oakbrook Village Subdivision this single family home in need of some TLC. This home features a mother in law suite downstairs with separate bath an...
128 Honey Tree
Columbia, SC 29209
Honeytree
Residential
MLS# 492288 / Active
This beautiful conventional two-story home has everything you’re looking for! This floor plan offers a spacious kitchen with a built in bar area...
24 Apple Tree
Columbia, SC 29223
Orchard Park
Residential
MLS# 492284 / Active
The Crestview II B: features a large living room, a kitchen with granite and a raised bar. The upstairs owners' suite has a relaxing garden tub and...
213 Stockmoor
Columbia, SC 29212
Shadowfield
Residential
MLS# 492275 / Active
Perfect Home for a first time home buyer with NO HOA! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath is located in perfect suburbia and only minutes from the shopping cent...
27 Twin Spur
Columbia, SC 29229
Summit Hills
Residential
MLS# 492274 / Active
If you’re looking to have your next home built to a higher-performing standard, you’re in the right place. Through the Certified High Performan...
12 Grayson
Columbia, SC 29210
Harbison Grove
Residential
MLS# 492272 / Active
Trendy & Contemporary Townhouses! A modern touch with all the comforts and features you could want. The open floorplan complete with Great Room, Ki...
40 Castle Hall
Columbia, SC 29209-0808
Kings Grant
Residential
MLS# 492267 / Active
Words just don’t do this masterpiece justice! Cul-de-sac lot located in Kings Grant, a gated neighborhood with 24 hour security, clubhouse, pool ...
25 S Woodburn
Columbia, SC 29212
Chestnut Hill Plantation - The B
Residential
MLS# 492263 / Active
This home is located on a corner lot in The Bluff II in Chestnut Hill Plantation offering 5 bedrooms with 3 1/2 bathrooms. Relax in the convenient ...
204 Beaver Dam
Columbia, SC 29223-3129
Wildewood
Residential
MLS# 492259 / Active
Fantastic renovation. Beautifully decorated. Awesome modern WildeWood living overlooks sparkling in-ground pool on large manicured corner lot with ...
28 Langston
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Woodleigh Park
Residential
MLS# 492255 / Active
Stunning Curb Appeal, Craftsman Charm A gracious entry foyer and hardwood stairs welcome you home, Custom kitchen with designer painted cabinetry, ...
362 Silver Anchor
Columbia, SC 29212
Shoals Landing
Residential
MLS# 492253 / Active
Showing by Appointment. Just call your agent or listing agent to schedule virtual or in person viewing! $2K MAD MONEY for Quick Closing!. New Const...
31 Twin Spur
Columbia, SC 29229
Summit Hills
Residential
MLS# 492252 / Active
If you’re looking for perfect location to A+ Award Winning Schools, Interstate, shopping and Ft Jackson only minutes away! This is it! The Hartwe...
342 Silver Anchor
Columbia, SC 29212
Shoals Landing
Residential
MLS# 492251 / Active
Showing by Appointment. Just call your agent or listing agent to schedule virtual or in person showing! $2000 MAD MONEY for OPTIONS for closing by ...
269 Regatta Forest
Columbia, SC 29212
Regatta Forest
Residential
MLS# 492250 / Active
Showing by Appointment. Just call your agent or listing agent to schedule virtual or in person! New Construction by Great Southern Homes! Floor pla...
701 Sorenson
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Woodleigh Park
Residential
MLS# 492245 / Active
NEW CONSTRUCTION! BRAND NEW MUNGO HOME in LAKE CAROLINA! This beautiful two-story home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The welcoming, large front por...
601 Harbour Pointe
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Woodleigh Park
Residential
MLS# 492244 / Active
NEW MUNGO CONSTRUCTION in LAKE CAROLINA! The two-story Palmer plan has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. This home features a formal dining room adjacent t...
136 Hay Meadow
Columbia, SC 29209
Burnside Farms
Residential
MLS# 492240 / Active
BEAUTIFUL ONE STORY HOME IN DESIRABLE BURNSIDE FARMS NEIGHBORHOOD, ZONED FOR AWARD WINNING RICHLAND ONE SCHOOLS! This 3 bedroom/2 bath home is full...
210 Sandpine
Columbia, SC 29229
The Summit
Residential
MLS# 492216 / Active
Spacious 3-bedroom 2 bath home in NE Columbia. Large living room & dining room which is great for entertaining. Kitchen has lots of storage & count...