Quick Facts about Columbia South Carolina - Page 281
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#
285415- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Shown by Appt. only,DO NOT disturb tenants. Leased thru 7/31/12 @ $1700/month.Lease has 30 day notice clause to vacate at new owner's request, i.e....
- MLS#
285369- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland Two
Spacious open floor plan,, large kitchen w/bay window, laminate flooring in foyer and kitchen, corner fireplace e/entertainment center, master down...
- MLS#
285300- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland Two
Convenient to Sandhills, spacious open floor plan, large kitchen w/bay window, loft area, community pool, home warranty, finished bonus room.
- MLS#
285217- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland Two
THIS COTTAGE-STYLE HOME FEATURES A LARGE FRONT PORCH AND A PRIVATE BATH FOR EACH BEDROOM. SOME OF THE MANY INCLUDED FEATURES ARE A TANKLESS WATER H...
- MLS#
285142- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland One
Historic Elmwood & all that can be expected in this turn of the century two story charmer. 3BR up, master w/FP & private bath to include claw foot ...
- MLS#
285136- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 1
- Baths:
- 1 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
WHAT A PRICE REDUCTION! 1 Bedroom Grand Located in Heart of USC within blocks of VISTA, 5 Points,connected to Strom Thurmond Wellness Center. on si...
- MLS#
285130- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 2 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland Two
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- MLS#
285050- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 4
- Baths:
- 3 Full / 1 Half
- School:
- Richland Two
Wonderful home w/open floor plan, great for entertaining. Dining rm, living rm, and den plus large bedroom with private bath and master suite w/sit...
- MLS#
284949- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland One
Great fixer-upper with lots of potential! Lots of space (1576 SF) & large rooms! Huge kitchen-you won't find one any bigger! Formal living room and...
- MLS#
284899- Class:
- Residential
- Status:
- Active
- Beds:
- 2
- Baths:
- 2 Full / N/A
- School:
- Richland Two
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