Living in Columbia

As the capital of South Carolina, Columbia is a city rich with history. There are numerous things for the entire family to see and do, including enjoying the arts, playing or watching sports, attending festivals, or participating in outdoor activities. Columbia is located in the middle of the state and it is only a two-hour drive to the mountains and the beach!

Irmo/Chapin

The Irmo/Chapin area borders beautiful Lake Murray and is convenient to downtown Columbia by way of I-26. New homes are in demand in this area because it includes some of the best public schools in the state, and there’s no shortage of dining, retail, or recreational opportunities.
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Lexington/West Columbia

Lexington borders beautiful Lake Murray with its more than 500 miles of shoreline and some of the best fishing in the country. With a dynamic economy, Lexington boasts friendly people, excellent schools, theaters and museums. The City of West Columbia is located along the Congaree and Saluda Rivers, and is is graced with tree-lined streets, quaint shops and antique stores.
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Northeast/Blythewood

Northeast/Blythewood is one of the fastest growing areas in Greater Columbia, with some of the area’s most sought-after public schools in Richland District Two. Combined with easy access to Interstates, Ft. Jackson, and even close proximity to Charlotte, new home demand in the area remains high.
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Southeast/Downtown

The Southeast area is less than a 10 minute drive to downtown Columbia, which is the state’s political hub. Downtown Columbia and nearby Five Points offer a variety of shopping, dining, sports and entertainment opportunities.
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