Columbia South Carolina Information - Page 23
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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2429 Marling Drive
Columbia, SC 29204
Midland Terrace
Residential
This is an attractive 3br/2ba in Midland Terrace, minutes away from Forest Drive and all it has to offer to include Fort Jackson. It's also 5 minut...
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100 Amstar Court
Columbia, SC 29212
Sheffield
Residential
Stunning classic low-country style home situated on a beautiful .55 acre culdesac lot & custom built by this original owner! Rare to find a primary...
70 Cowdray Park
Columbia, SC 29223
Wildewood
Residential
Nestled in the esteemed Wildewood neighborhood, 70 Cowdray Park stands as a testament to luxury and leisure in Columbia, SC. This magnificent 6,429...
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109 Running Fox Road
Columbia, SC 29223-3020
Wildewood
Residential
Nestled in the prestigious Wildewood subdivision, this stately all-brick two-story home stands on a serene 0.7-acre lot. Featuring a harmonious ble...
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735 Wild Duck Lane
Columbia, SC 29210
Harbison Grove
Residential
* Under Construction Special. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included* The first-level features an open floor plan where family and friends can gat...
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739 Wild Duck Lane
Columbia, SC 29210
Harbison Grove
Residential
* Under Construction Special. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included* The first-level features an open floor plan where family and friends can gat...
741 Wild Duck Lane
Columbia, SC 29210
Harbison Grove
Residential
Lot 76* Under Construction Special. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included* The first-level features an open floor plan where family and friends c...
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656 Legacy Park Court
Columbia, SC 29209
Eastfair
Residential
Welcome to your charming abode near Ft Jackson! This delightful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is a true gem. Built in 2019, it boasts modern aesthet...
32 Twinspur Court
Columbia, SC 29229
Summit Hills
Residential
PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! Looking for a large home with a great floor plan? Here it is! This is the Great Southern Homes' Beaujolais D floor plan with 5 ...
4207 Trenholm Road
Columbia, SC 29205
Kilbourne Heights
Residential
Beautiful Eclectic 4BR, 3.5 bath home n the Satchel Ford school district, minutes from Trenholm Plaza with easy access to Fort Jackson. This home o...
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97 Groves Wood Court
Columbia, SC 29212
Chestnut Hill Plantation
Residential
New construction- ready approx. end of May 2024. Located in the established Chestnut Hill Plantation in Irmo. Neighborhood amenities include a juni...
125 Sandalewood Lane
Columbia, SC 29212
Chestnut Hill Plantation
Residential
GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES! Including tennis courts, swimming pool, pond, clubhouse, RIVER ACCESS, side walks and playground! This immaculate res...
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253 Hodson Hall Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Lansdowne - Anden Hall
Residential
Embrace the perfect combination of space and community in this 4 bed, 3.5 bath home in the highly sought after Lansdowne - Anden Hall, rich with am...
743 Wild Duck Lane
Columbia, SC 29210
Harbison Grove
Residential
* Under Construction Special. Refrigerator, washer and dryer included* The first-level features an open floor plan where family and friends can gat...
111 Holliday Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Wildewood
Residential
Step into the timeless charm of this classic two-story residence nestled in the heart of a Wildewood! Boasting five spacious bedrooms and 4.5 bathr...
703 Winslow Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Winslow
Residential
Well maintained home one one level. 3 bedroom, 2 baths. Open living room with hardwood floors and modern light fixtures. Open living space goes int...
115 Harrells Place
Columbia, SC 29203
Daleview
Residential
Embrace opportunity with this enticing investment property or ideal canvas for buyers seeking a personalized space. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom...
Reduced -$4,000
136 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 - 132 Rio Rose Circle in Columbia LOT 2 is located off Rosewood Dr...
216 Braewick Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Braewick
Residential
Fantastic, freshly renovated home boasting four bedrooms and great outdoor space. The stately front entry opens into the foyer where the newly refi...
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3118 Kershaw Street
Columbia, SC 29205
Melrose Heights
Residential
This 4,500 square foot home is on a very quiet cul-de-sac and zoned for great schools (Brennen, Crayton, and Flora), has 5 true bedrooms, 4 full ba...
340 Council Loop
Columbia, SC 29209
Burnside Farms
Residential
Looking for a 4 bedroom home that offers open space? This is the home for you. As you enter the open concept high ceiling foyer greets you with a b...
Reduced -$5,001