Columbia South Carolina Information - Page 28
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.
Modify Search Criteria
31 Twinspur Court
Columbia, SC 29229
Summit Hills
Residential
Do you need more space but dislike the upkeep of a large yard? Are you seeking privacy without sacrificing community amenities? This low maintenanc...
216 Wharton Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Tennyson
Residential
This stunning home boasts four spacious bedrooms. The formal living room educes elegance and charm providing the perfect setting for gatherings and...
185 Ashewicke Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Pinnacle Ridge
Residential
Step into luxury with this meticulously crafted home boasting an owner's suite on main level for convenience and comfort. Experience the perfect bl...
Reduced -$12,900
160 Sandhurst Road
Columbia, SC 29210
Whitehall
Residential
What a wonderful place to call home! Great curb appeal located on a 0.35 acre cul-de-sac lot in an established neighborhood. So convenient to ballp...
Reduced -$10,000
317 Indigo Springs Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
The Summit - Indigo Springs
Residential
Location, Space & Updates! Featuring an inviting front porch, 3 car garage, 5 bedrooms & 4 baths, this home offers new updates to include: LVP floo...
600 Athena Drive
Columbia, SC 29223
Candlewood
Residential
Welcome to your new home sweet home! Nestled in the heart of a serene, established neighborhood with no HOA, this charming all-brick ranch exudes w...
Reduced -$5,000
116 Academy Way
Columbia, SC 29206-1402
Forest Lake Estates
Residential
$5,000 Seller Concessions offered to Buyer at closing! Situated in the highly sought after Forest Acres community, this property boasts a prime loc...
Reduced -$10,000
2339 Heyward Brockington Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Residential
1.2 acre property with Brick Home. 3 Beds 2 Baths, Large Kitchen with White Cabinets. Baths have been renovated. Large Front Yard with Fence. Concr...
431 Freshwater Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Villages At Lakeshore
Residential
Welcome to 431 Freshwater Drive! Located in the beautiful Villages at Lakeshore neighborhood just moments from area schools, transit on I-77 and sh...
Reduced -$10,000
1510 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
RIGBY SQUARE
Residential
Location, location, location! New construction in the heart of Forest Acres! New upcoming development with shopping and dining coming soon! This th...
1510 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
RIGBY SQUARE
Residential
Location, location, location! New construction in the heart of Forest Acres! New upcoming development with shopping and dining coming soon! This th...
138 Rio Rose Circle
Columbia, SC 29205
Rosewood Commons
Residential
ONLY 2 LEFT IN ROSEWOOD COMMONS! Brand new construction (end unit) featuring 3 bedrooms with 3 full baths & a 1/2 bath on the main -130 Rio Rose Ci...
Reduced -$5,000
1510 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
RIGBY SQUARE
Residential
Location, location, location! New construction in the heart of Forest Acres! New upcoming development with shopping and dining coming soon! This th...
1510 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
RIGBY SQUARE
Residential
Location, location, location! New Construction in the heart of Forest Acres! New upcoming development with shopping, dining, gym and office space. ...
1510 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
RIGBY SQUARE
Residential
Location, location, location! New Construction in the heart of Forest Acres! New upcoming development with shopping, dining, gym and office space. ...
1510 Brentwood Drive
Columbia, SC 29206
RIGBY SQUARE
Residential
312 N Stonehedge Drive
Columbia, SC 29210
Whitehall
Residential
Buyer got cold feet! Back on the market! Charming beautiful three-level brick Whitehall home with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. As you step insi...
305 Vermillion Drive
Columbia, SC 29209
Willow Tree
Residential
***Assumable VA loan at 3%!!!*** This beautiful two-story home in Willow Tree has it all! Five bedrooms (one is downstairs and also makes a great o...
Reduced -$5,000
97 Olde Springs Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Spring Valley
Residential
Welcome to your dream home! This charming abode boasts timeless elegance with original hardwood flooring throughout the main areas. Step into the i...
248 Killian Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Residential
Welcome to your own private paradise nestled on 25 acres of picturesque land, boasting a serene 12-acre private pond. This exquisite property offer...
112 Cranewater Drive
Columbia, SC 29212-8216
Braewick
Residential
Welcome to your new colonial-style sanctuary nestled in a serene Braewick subdivision within the prestigious and award winning Lexington/Richland 5...