Columbia South Carolina Information - Page 7
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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125 Old Stone Road
Columbia, SC 29229
Parsons Mill
Residential
Welcome to this cozy ranch-style home located in the desirable Parsons Mill subdivision. This property offers three bedrooms and two full baths, in...
221 Catalpa Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Mason Ridge
Residential
Welcome to 221 Catalpa Lane, which is an exceptional property in Mason Ridge community that marries classic charm with contemporary sophistication!...
109 St Andrews Place Drive
Columbia, SC 29210-6677
St Andrews Place
Residential
This lovely 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home utilizes a nine-foot ceiling throughout the first floor which provides a wonderful sense of spaciousness. The l...
637 Ludlow Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashcroft
Residential
This four bedroom, two -and one- half bathroom Townsend features the primary suite on the main floor! Walk in from the front porch to see luxury vi...
6 Shadow Creek Court
Columbia, SC 29209-4227
Reflections
Residential
Located in a beautiful gated community with three lakes, a clubhouse, and pool in Southeast Columbia. This neighborhood is located near I-77 and gr...
708 Blazing Star Trail
Columbia, SC 29223-5885
Rabons Farm
Residential
Welcome to your new home, nestled in the tranquil Rabon Farms community of Columbia, SC. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers the perfect b...
1535 Joiner Road
Columbia, SC 29209
Joiner Village
Residential
Welcome to 1535 Joiner Rd, Columbia, SC 29209! This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Step ins...
207 Branchview Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Summer Chase
Residential
A BEAUTIFUL AND NEWLY RENOVATED HOME IN THE SUMMIT. This gorgeous house is blessed with 3 specious rooms and a bonus room that might as well be cal...
458 Lakemont Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
The Summit - Barony Place
Residential
This home is move-in-ready with full gutters, sprinklers, tankless hot water heater, and recessed lighting throughout. Your new home in The Lakes a...
1151 Dothan
Columbia, SC 29206-3470
Bonnie Forest
Residential
Introducing a charming three-bedroom, two-bath house featuring new roof, floors, and lighting. With bathrooms conveniently situated outside the bed...
675 Poplar Grove Lane
Columbia, SC 29203
Farrow Pointe
Residential
Location! Location! Location!! This one owner home is now ready for its new beginnings with you!! It is conveniently located near Fort Jackson, res...
1011 Belmont Green Road
Columbia, SC 29209
Bowden Village
Residential
This beautiful 5 bedroom MODEL HOME is now ready for it's new owner and ready to close June. It has 5 bedrooms 3 full bathrooms w/ Loft, natural Ga...
Reduced -$5,450
81 Crusader Court
Columbia, SC 29045
Jacobs Creek
Residential
*Seller now offering $3,000 in concessions toward buyer's rate buy down or closing cost** Discover modern elegance in this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ...
317 E Waverly Place Court
Columbia, SC 29229
Waverly Place
Residential
This charming traditional 3-bedroom & 2.5-bath home is in one of summits beautiful Cul-de-Sacs. Providing ample outdoor space and privacy in its la...
3937 Candlelite Drive
Columbia, SC 29209
Starlite
Residential
Come see this well maintained house located in an up and coming area. The brick, 3 bed 2 bath house has newly refinished hardwood floors. Interior ...
3 Stablegate Court
Columbia, SC 29229
The Summit - Pepper Knoll
Residential
Welcome to 3 Stablegate Court, ready to be called your new home sweet home! Nestled in a charming neighborhood, set with perfect walking trails and...
Reduced -$11,850
205 Polo Hill Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Park Ridge At Polo
Residential
*Basement* Welcome home to 3 levels of immaculate basement style living. Featuring 4 bedrooms,3.5 baths, 2 family rooms 2 offices, upper screen por...
5011 Forest Lake Place
Columbia, SC 29206
Forest Lake Place
Residential
A beautifully tucked away condo on Gills Creek and the Forest Lake waterfall. ""I have always wanted to live in Forest Lake Place"" a phrase that i...
3008 Infantry Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
VICTORYWOODS VILLAGE
Residential
Sometimes a well-designed floor plan can make a home feel more spacious without adding square feet. The Dorchester is the perfect example of a home...
18 Sims Alley
Columbia, SC 29205
Shandon
Residential
Charming townhome in Sims Alley complete with updated kitchen and bathrooms! a A light-filled kitchen has bar seating, granite countertops, plenty ...