Quick Facts about Columbia South Carolina
The Greater Columbia area, also known as the Midlands, is comprised of Richland and Lexington counties. Home of the state capital, Columbia, SC is located in the geographic center of the state. All of South Carolina can be reached in just a three hour drive! Whether you'd like to visit the mountains, the beach, or scenic Charleston, you are just a short drive away.
The Midlands area is served by three major interstate systems; I-20, I-26, and I-77. A beltway connects the three interstates.
The population of Richland and Lexington counties is approximately 454,000 residents. projections of the population in the year 2,000 indicate a 12.5% increase with the number of residents reaching 510,000. The Midlands is ranked among the top 20 fastest growing areas in the country.
For additional information about living in the Midlands, here are a few resources:
- Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce: 733-1110
- Greater Columbia Visitors Bureau: 254-0479
- Lexington Chamber of Commerce: 359-6113
| State Symbols of South Carolina... | |
| State Flower | Yellow Jessamine |
| State Bird | Carolina Wren |
| State Songs | "Carolina" and "South Carolina on My Mind" |
| State Fruit | Peach |
| State Tree | Palmetto |
| State Stone | Blue Granite |
| State Gemstone | Amethyst |
| State Dance | The Shag |
| State Animal | White-tail Deer |
| State Fish | Striped Bass |
| State Beverage | Milk |
| Weather in the Midlands (Columbia, South Carolina) (Average Monthly Temperatures (Fahrenheit) |
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| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| High | 56? | 59? | 67? | 77? | 84? | 89? | 92? | 91? | 85? | 76? | 67? | 59? |
| Low | 33? | 35? | 42? | 50? | 59? | 66? | 70? | 69? | 64? | 50? | 41? | 35? |
- MLS#
196757- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 1 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Convenient and on busline-property sold strictly As-Is,need TLC, home on large lot, can be commercial prop. Owner motivated, bring all offers!!
- MLS#
201583- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 1
- Baths:
- N/A / N/A
- School:
- Richland Two
Building is an old Fort Jackson building. Not liveable without complete make over. Value is in land only. Possible Lease purchase or owner financing
- MLS#
219414- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 1
- Baths:
- 1 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
TOUCHDOWN ZONE!!! 5 PARKING SPACES !!! 50 PEOPLE PASSES PER GAME!!! Bring all your Gamecock Fans and Enjoy this Immaculate caboose. Caboose does...
- MLS#
223941- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 2
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Fully furnished condo located just steps from Williams Brice Stadium. 2 parking spaces on same level. 20,000 sq. ft. party pavilion for owners and ...
- MLS#
224185- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Arresting views from the rounded windows & balcony overlooking beautiful western skyline. 10' ceilings, crown mouldings, hardwood floors, granite,...
- MLS#
231271- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 2
- Baths:
- 1 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Current tenant rent-$475 lease expires August 2010 Selling Units 25B, 31F & 14E as pkg for $80,000
- MLS#
231604- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland Two
Approx. 1/2 Acre - Commercial property on all sides. Current residence. 24 x 16' Office/Workshop in front of house not included in Heated area.Walk...
- MLS#
236455- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
One level brick ranch*Wonderful den & 3rd bath added*HW floors throughout*two FPs*Library/office in addition to huge den*good storage*Quiet stable ...
- MLS#
238079- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 5
- Baths:
- 5 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
UNIQUE PROPERTY!! ESTATE SALE - 2 EFFICIENCY APTS UPSTAIRS!! SQUARE FOOTAGE INCLUDES UPSTAIRS & FINISHED BASEMENT AREA.
- MLS#
239132- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 2
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Great for investor and first time buyer! Owner will consider lease with option to purchase.
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