Columbia South Carolina Information - Page 2
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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412 Maple Street
Columbia, SC 29205
Shandon
Residential
Welcome to this charming 1910 home nestled in the coveted Shandon neighborhood, offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy the vi...
233 Northwood Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Canal Place
Residential
New construction located in Columbia's Earlewood on the Columbia Canal / Broad River around the corner from the 167 acre Riverfront Park - a popula...
2727 Burney Drive
Columbia, SC 29205
Shandon
Residential
This is a classic Shandon home, located on an excellent street in Shandon. This home has it all - 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal living room with...
205 Oak Brook Drive
Columbia, SC 29223
Wildewood
Residential
Experience lakeside luxury in this stunning home, perfectly situated to capture Columbia's breathtaking lakefront views. The grand foyer unveils su...
2710 Wales Road
Columbia, SC 29223-1815
Windsor Lake Park
Residential
THIS COZY RANCH STYLE HOME WITH 4 BEDROOMS AND 2.5 BATHS HAS MANY UPDATES THROUGHOUT. THERE ARE LARGE HIS AND HER CLOSETS IN THE MASTER BEDROOM; HA...
1138 Greenvalley Lane
Columbia, SC 29210
Gardendale
Residential
Welcome home to Gardendale subdivision. This well established subdivision is close to shopping, schools and the interstate Plus it does not have an...
4 N Hill Court
Columbia, SC 29223
Spring Valley
Residential
Exceptional home in gated golf community on a cul-de-sac with beautiful formal moldings and finishes, hardwood & ceramic tile flooring, and spaciou...
125 Hartwood Circle
Columbia, SC 29212-3403
Harbison New Town
Residential
This All Brick Beauty in a fantastic central location off of I-26 (w/Lex/R5 schools) will welcome you HOME to the Harbison Community. Nearby there ...
633 Ludlow Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashcroft
Residential
Welcome to the Underwood plan! This home boasts luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living areas, hardwood tread stairs, and an open-co...
7501 Edgewater Drive
Columbia, SC 29223
Springwood Lakes
Residential
Priced to Sell. Beautiful three bedroom, two bathroom home located in the popular Springwood Lakes community. Please call to schedule your private ...
600 Ludlow Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashcroft
Residential
The Julian with the two-story double porches on the front is amazing and is one of the most sought-after home plans here. This Julian offers an ama...
608 Ludlow Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashcroft
Residential
This remarkable Julian floor plan features three bedrooms and two-and-one-half bathrooms. Inside, you are greeted with a two-story foyer and luxury...
652 Ludlow Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashcroft
Residential
This Vernon plan features four bedrooms and three-and-one-half bathrooms. With the primary suite and laundry on the main floor, this home has plent...
235 Village Walk
Columbia, SC 29209
Village Pond
Residential
Come see 235 Village Walk, a lovely 3 bed, 2 bath home at Village Pond off Leesburg Road. Enjoy living minutes from great shopping and dining, the ...
373 Gracemount Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
Lake Carolina - Maple Lake
Residential
Stunning ranch plan with a large bonus room in the highly desirable Lake Carolina. Cul de sac lot with a very large fenced in backyard with trees b...
304 Fallen Leaf Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Magnolia Hall
Residential
Welcome to 304 Fallen Leaf Dr, a charming all-brick 4 bed, 2 full and 2 half bath home with a range of modern amenities designed for comfortable li...
9 Hillcrest Avenue
Columbia, SC 29203
Clairview Terrace
Residential
Welcome to 9 Hillcrest Ave located minutes from Downtown Columbia. This fully renovated house has been completely transformed. Step inside to the n...
5 Barnley Court
Columbia, SC 29229-7745
The Summit - Maywood
Residential
4 Bed 2.5 Bath home where luxury meets comfort in the heart of The Summit! Venture inside to experience this vastly open floor plan filled with nat...
3 Baytree Court
Columbia, SC 29223
Spring Valley West
Residential
This is the perfect Charleston style home with wonderful curb appeal! Double porches, authentic wood molding with decorative features, pretty windo...
18 Runelle Road
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashcroft
Residential
This fabulous Vernon plan has four bedrooms and two -and one- half bathrooms! With the primary suite on the main level, this home has plenty of upg...
25 Garden Springs Road
Columbia, SC 29209
Garden Springs
Residential
This charming brick ranch boasts 3 beds, 2 baths, and a refreshing pool, all complemented by a versatile additional building nestled in the backyar...