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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3513 Padgett
Columbia, SC 29209
Pine Lakes
Residential
MLS# 475813 / Active
Come check out this lovely renovated home in a subdivision, whereas you do not have to worry about an HOA!! It is freshly painted, refinished beaut...
1100 Bluff
Columbia, SC 29201
The Spur @ Williams Brice
Residential
MLS# 475811 / Active
Luxury 3rd floor downtown condo, just minutes from USC and The Vista. Open floor plan with lots of light, large kitchen, perfect for entertaining. ...
217 Granbury
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Brookshire
Residential
MLS# 475805 / Active
Come home to comfort and plenty of room for the whole family! This 5 bedroom, 3 bath all brick traditional colonial, in an amazing Lake Carolina ne...
2160 Walker Solomon
Columbia, SC 29204
Celia Saxon
Residential
MLS# 475799 / Active
MUST SEE! PRICED TO SELL! This spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath home is located within 10 minutes of downtown Columbia, USC, and Fort Jackson. The home is...
1727 Cermack
Columbia, SC 29223
Woodfield Park
Residential
MLS# 475798 / Active
Modern one level all Brick Home, Totally remodeled inside with latest designer Bathrooms and Kitchen in 2019. Three minutes ride to FORT JACKSON, ...
501 Wotan
Columbia, SC 29229
Woodlands
Residential
MLS# 475796 / Active
Great Traditional 2 story home on quiet tree lined street - driveway backs up to cul-de-sac and side entry garage. Updated HVAC and appliances. Hom...
340 Wycombe
Columbia, SC 29212
Coldstream
Residential
MLS# 475783 / Active
Looking for a move in ready home with TONS of upgrades and character, than look no further! This 2250 sq ft home with 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 ful...
116 Summerlea
Columbia, SC 29203
Keenan Terrace
Residential
MLS# 475781 / Active
Charming brick cottage on a large lot! Close to downtown! Home features hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms with built-ins. Extra room could be a man cave ...
653 Legacy Park
Columbia, SC 29209
Eastfair
Residential
MLS# 475779 / Active
The Bartow is a cozy three bedroom, two-and-one-half bath, open floor plan. Walk into an eat-in area, a spacious kitchen, and large living area. Li...
155 Renaissance
Columbia, SC 29204
Summerplace
Residential
MLS# 475770 / Active
ADORABLE BUNGALOW CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA SHOPPING, DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT! This 3 bed/2 bath home nestled on a cul-de-sac is...
404 Eastfair
Columbia, SC 29209
Eastfair
Residential
MLS# 475767 / Active
Private Premium Flat Lot-backs to common area!!! Close to Ft. Jackson and USC! Fantastic 3BR, 2.5 BA open floor plan! Hardwood floors in foyer, kit...
114 Glen Green
Columbia, SC 29203
Summerhill
Residential
MLS# 475762 / Active
Don't miss this gem located in the quiet Summer Hill subdivision. 15 minutes from everything. This beauty will capture your heart. French doors, va...
20 Lost Creek
Columbia, SC 29212
Chestnut Hill Plantation
Residential
MLS# 475759 / Active
Rare find in Chestnut Hill Plantation neighborhood. Attractive all-brick home sits on oversized private lot with 261 feet of water frontage on com...
210 Waltham Abby
Columbia, SC 29212-1030
Coatesworth
Residential
MLS# 475758 / Active
Beautifully maintained; all brick; large lot; excellent location—what more could you ask for? This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom ranch is immaculate an...
15 Lamplighter
Columbia, SC 29229
Carriage Oaks
Residential
MLS# 475754 / Active
Lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in the Carriage Oaks subdivision. Walk inside to the spacious open floor plan with high ceilings and lamina...
104 Nobility
Columbia, SC 29210
Regency Park
Residential
MLS# 475748 / Active
Park Place A: The price is right on our 1-story patio home with an attached 1 car garage. This home offers standard black appliances, granite count...
100 Nobility
Columbia, SC 29210
Regency Park
Residential
MLS# 475743 / Active
Park Place A: The price is right on our 1-story patio home with an attached 1-car garage. This home offers standard black appliances, granite count...
400 Mallet Hill
Columbia, SC 29223
Wildewood
Residential
MLS# 475737 / Active
Sought after WildeWood Townhome with main level Master Suite & FOUR Bedrooms total! Immaculate condition with hardwoods throughout main level, high...
133 Eagle Park
Columbia, SC 29206
Eagle Park
Residential
MLS# 475735 / Active
LOCATION-LOCATION-LOCATION!! Immaculate open floorplan, with beautiful laminate floors throughout the open living room and dining room. Large eat i...
8608 Maywood
Columbia, SC 29209
Berkeley Forest
Residential
MLS# 475733 / Active
In town with a pool. Recently renovated floors, paint, roof, and electrical. Beautiful refinished hardwood floors throughout the home. Awesome fl...
156 Springway
Columbia, SC 29209
East Lake
Residential
MLS# 475719 / Active
This Beautiful 3BR/ 2BA home freshly painted and move in ready! With several updates including new carpet, roof installation this week, HVAC system...