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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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917 Debensham Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Woodleigh Park
Residential
You'll love it from the street, architectural details and large front porch says come on in. Spacious foyer is the perfect place to greet friends a...
Reduced -$11,000
913 Debensham Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Woodleigh Park
Residential
$10,000 in Closing Cost Available. Picture perfect Bungalow in classic craftsman style featuring stone and board and batten accents. Beautiful curb...
7225 Balmoral Road
Columbia, SC 29209
Strathaven Forest
Residential
Come check out this brick 2 story home. With 4bedrooms 3 full bathrooms. There's a bedroom and a full bathroom downstairs. Three additional bedroom...
Reduced -$10,000
125 Kinder Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Residential
Fall in love with this charming one level home in the Braewick neighborhood! Very convenient location to all of the essentials and beautiful Lake M...
1929 Bluff Road
Columbia, SC 29201
The Retreat
Residential
THE RETREAT - A gated neighborhood of cottages focusing on student housing and student life. Outstanding investment with each bedroom rented at ove...
10 Cassia Court
Columbia, SC 29209
Reflections
Residential
3 bd/2.5 ba townhome located in a cul-de-sac of a gated community with tons of amenities and conveniently located mins from Fort Jackson, shopping,...
Reduced -$10,100
2635 Mills Drive
Columbia, SC 29204
Druid Hills
Residential
This all brick beauty in Forest Acres is fabulous for those seeking one level living and a large- peaceful backyard oasis! Druid Hills is in the he...
Reduced -$1,000
312 Avensong Trail
Columbia, SC 29045
Catawba Hill
Residential
Welcome HOME! If you are looking for a place to call home that is perfect for entertaining, do not miss this opportunity to make this gem your home...
725 Walters Lane
Columbia, SC 29209
Knollwood
Residential
* Seller has updated electrical and reduced the price! This charming, renovated three bedroom home with a covered front porch is located in Knollwo...
Reduced -$5,000
152 Arcadia Springs Circle
Columbia, SC 29206
Arcadia Lakes
Residential
Close to downtown, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located in the highly desirable Arcadia Lakes neighborhood. Short drive to I-20, I-77, Forest Dri...
Reduced -$9,900
454 Abbeydale Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina-sandy Glen
Residential
Welcome to your charming 4-bedroom abode, where comfort meets elegance at every corner. As you step through the front door, you're greeted by the w...
Reduced -$8,500
914 Layton Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina-executive Courtyar
Residential
BACK ON MARKET -- no fault of sellers. Buyer financing fell through. Rare opportunity in the highly sought-after Executive Courtyards neighborhood ...
223 Rainsborough Way
Columbia, SC 29229
Rainsborough
Residential
Well maintained all brick 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage located on .78 acre lot giving you plenty of space with a fenced in back yard for privacy. Br...
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
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$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...