Columbia South Carolina Information - Page 20
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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545 Woodland Hills Road
Columbia, SC 29210-5638
Woodland Hills
Residential
Welcome to this charming home as you step inside, you'll immediately notice the clean and fresh atmosphere, with new carpet and freshly painted wal...
312 Indigo Springs Drive
Columbia, SC 29229-0000
The Summit - Indigo Springs
Residential
**Back on the market due to buyer unable to get financing. This 5 bedroom 4 full Bath home is perfect for your growing families needs. This home is...
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260 Wood Moor Place
Columbia, SC 29212
Wood Moor
Residential
Welcome to this immaculate, open floor plan, All Brick 2-story home w/ side 3-car garage on cul-de-sac in the desirable Wood Moor Estates. Inside y...
337 Green Rose Road
Columbia, SC 29229
Winslow
Residential
Move-in Ready, inviting 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home on 0.59 Acres with NO HOA. This residence boasts a Vaulted Living Room Ceiling, nice sized bedrooms,...
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19 Wildeoak Court
Columbia, SC 29223-3292
Belleclave
Residential
Sellers have just had gunite pool resurfaced and it is ready for spring swimming. Don't miss the opportunity to preview this all brick, custom home...
2713 Glenw Road
Columbia, SC 29204
Druid Hills
Residential
Fully renovated ranch home all on one level is ready for a new family! Terrific front porch greets you as you enter into a nice size great room. Ne...
147 Cheshire Drive
Columbia, SC 29210
Whitehall
Residential
Nestled in the Heart of Columbia, near Harbison & i26, this stunning brick home offers an exquisite blend of modern luxury and comfort. This 5 bedr...
1424 Medway Road
Columbia, SC 29205
Heathwood
Residential
The charm and character start with the view from the street! Who doesn't want to spend their evenings on their rocking chair front porch? Welcome t...
113 Long Ridge Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
The Summit - Pine Brook
Residential
Welcome to this stunning home featuring a cozy fireplace, a soothing natural color palette, and a stylish center island in the kitchen. The flexibl...
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304 Cranewater Drive
Columbia, SC 29212-8219
Braewick
Residential
This is the One! 3 Bedrooms with 2 Full baths all on ONE level. Pictures says it all and this home is a difference maker. NO Competition in the nei...
173 Cannon Dale Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Coldstream
Residential
Welcome to this charming property with a cozy fireplace perfect for those winter nights. The natural color palette throughout creates a warm and in...
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1 Eastpine Court
Columbia, SC 29212
Harbison
Residential
HANDY MAN SPECIAL! Spacious home on corner lot in Irmo area. This floor plan offers 2078 square ft of living space with 4 bedooms and 3 full baths....
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166 Lionsgate Drive
Columbia, SC 29223
Lionsgate
Residential
Welcome home to 166 Lionsgate Dr! This well thought out townhome offers the space and comfort that you've been looking for. Walk in and find the hu...
3017 Appleby Lane
Columbia, SC 29223
Briarwood
Residential
Are you looking for a spacious, beautiful, single-family home to flip or renovate? Here is your chance! Located in Briarwood, a well established ne...
2905 Monroe Street
Columbia, SC 29205
Shandon
Residential
Beautifully updated bungalow in the heart of Shandon with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1,848 sq. ft. Second bathroom added to primary bedroom in 2...
103 Rio Rose Circle
Columbia, SC 29205
Rosewood Commons
Residential
New construction featuring 3 bedrooms with 3 full baths & a 1/2 bath on the main - 103 Rio Rose Circle in Columbia is located off Rosewood Drive, c...
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330 Westmoreland Road
Columbia, SC 29229
Brookhaven
Residential
NESTLED ON A CORNER LOT, THIS STUNNING RESIDENCE COMBINES THE CHARM OF SUBURBAN LIVING WITH THE CONVENIENCE OF MODERN DESIGN. MASTERFULLY LAID OUT ...
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101 Rio Rose Circle
Columbia, SC 29205
Rosewood Commons
Residential
ONLY 2 LEFT IN ROSEWOOD COMMONS! New construction featuring 3 bedrooms with 3 full baths & a 1/2 bath on the main - 105 Rio Rose Circle in Columbia...
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420 Waccamaw Avenue
Columbia, SC 29205
Residential
Terrific Opportunity for fully leased investment in awesome location. Three bedroom - two bath downstairs unit and separate entrance to unit upstai...
100 Lake Way Lane
Columbia, SC 29209
East Lake
Residential
Corner lot located close to I-77, just outside the hustle and bustle of Downtown Columbia. Easy access to restaurants, schools and employment. Grea...
1404 S Woodstream Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Murraywood
Residential
This beautiful 4 Bedroom home is perfectly located in a well established neighborhood, right in the heart of Irmo. From it's charming front porch, ...