Batesburg-Leesville
Halfway between Columbia and Augusta is where you'll find the town of Batesburg-Leesville!
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Halfway between Columbia and Augusta is where you'll find the town of Batesburg-Leesville! In the 1800s they were actually founded as two separate towns. Batesburg served the Augusta and Saluda side when it came to trading posts while Leesville served the Columbia and Lexington side. Since there was so much overlap, in 1992 they became one town! They now have a joint schools and Chamber of Commerce.
Batesburg-Leesville has some amazing local eateries for you to check out! One of our favorites is the iCrave Cafe which actually started as a pastry and coffee truck. They now have an established location and make some of the best treats and frappuccinos. There's also Homeland Craft Beer and Wine where you can not only go grab a drink, but also enjoy different activities such as yoga, trivia, and others that get the community involved. Lastly is The Root Cellar which has some fantastic food. One of our favorites on the menu is their hot honey fried chicken sandwich!
One of the main draws to the area is Lake Murray as it's only a stones throw away! You can enjoy different lake activities such as boating, camping, and more. Just outside of Batesburg-Leesville is The Big Mo drive in movie theater which is a great activity for a date night or family night. They have three different screens that date back to the 1950s and they're open from late spring until early fall.
When it comes to housing in the area, many people choose to live here that work in either Columbia or Augusta, but don't necessarily want to live in those areas. The good thing about living in Batesburg-Leesville is that housing is quite affordable. You can find great homes all the way from $70K up to the millions, it just depends on what you're looking for. The area is truly the epitome of a southern town.
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Lexington School District 3
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Gilbert
The town of Gilbert, SC was founded in the early 1700s when Jonathan Gilbert settled on the land just southwest of Columbia.
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The town of Gilbert, SC was founded in the early 1700s when Jonathan Gilbert settled on the land just southwest of Columbia. Gilbert was really put on the map due to trains coming through from Columbia to Aiken. You can even visit the Gilbert Train Depot which was recently renovated in 2012 and it has now become a museum for the town.
Looking for fun things to do in Gilbert? Then you have to check out the Clinton Sease Farm especially in the Fall. The whole family will enjoy corn mazes, pumpkin and strawberry picking, and spooky trails for Halloween. For food in the area, you can't go wrong with Joey's Sandwich Shop which has amazing pulled pork sandwiches, clubs, and more. For wine lovers, Mercer House Winery is a staple in the area. They specialize in Muscadine Wines and you can sample some of them through one of their wine tastings.
One thing comes to mind when talking about housing in Gilbert and that's the Whiteplains Plantation which is an entire community based around airplanes. Every house in the neighborhood has their own private hangar that they can use as they please. Many people choose to live in the town because of its close proximity to Lake Murray and Downtown Lexington. It's also close to I-26 making travel to Augusta and Aiken a more feasible commute. As areas such as Lexington and Columbia begin to fill up, people have started moving towards Gilbert.
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Lexington School District One
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Chapin
Chapin, SC also known as the capitol of Lake Murray, was founded in 1890 and it's one of the most charming towns in all of Columbia.
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Chapin, SC also known as the capitol of Lake Murray, was founded in 1890 and it's one of the most charming towns in all of Columbia. Chapin has a good mixture of being both a rural town and a lake town. It's location is very convenient as you can get to Downtown Columbia in only 30 minutes and Greenville in about an hour. The area is also very popular because of it's variety of neighborhoods as well as great schools and infrastructure.
When it comes to housing in Chapin there are two types of people. There are those who move to the town because they want to live on the lake or at least have access to it and the other type wants the small southern town charm where they can get more square footage for a more attractive price. Homes in Chapin can range anywhere from the low $100,000s all the way into the millions. If you're looking for new construction Chapin just might be the place for you since they have the space to accommodate it.
Eateries in Chapin are mainly locally owned and we have a few favorites such as Higher Ground Char House, Catch 22, and the Coffee Shelf. Since it's located on a lake, many activities in Chapin are water related but there is also the Crooked Creek Park. The park has several walking trails, a disc golf course, tennis courts, baseball and soccer fields and it even has indoor facilities such as a gym and conference rooms.
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Lexington/Richland School District 5
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Lexington
Lexington is one of the fastest growing areas in South Carolina and located right next to the state capital, Columbia.
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Lexington is one of the fastest growing areas in South Carolina and located right next to the state capital, Columbia.
You can enjoy walking the Lake Murray Dam, appetizing meals at local eateries, and grabbing a few beverages at popular breweries. This is the location for several events that happen throughout the year: Lexington County Chili Cook-Off, Lexington Rescue Run, Lexington County Blowfish Baseball Games, and that's to name a few!
It's a 15-20 minute drive from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport, 30 minutes from Downtown Columbia, and minutes from Lake Murray..
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Lexington School District One
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Cayce- West Columbia
The Cayce and West Columbia Areas are just across the Congaree river from all that Columbia has to offer.
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The Cayce and West Columbia Areas are just across the Congaree river from all that Columbia has to offer, but with a culture all their own. These areas have a small-city feel with historic homes, condominiums and friendly neighbors. Since these areas are so affordable compared to the city center of Columbia, many professionals, families and even students enjoy living just minutes from the hustle and bustle of city life.
These neighboring cities offer many attractions to midlands residents with the Cayce and West Columbia Riverwalks, which offer paved trails and water sports, as well as the Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens. The Zoo even has a zipline over the river so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery these areas have to offer. The popular State Street area has local bars, restaurants and shoppes as well as a beautiful view of the Columbia Skyline.
Cayce and West Columbia are being utilized for their proximity by builders and developers with new condos and student housing currently underway. Condos and apartments are not the only housing options, though. There are many neighborhoods such as the Avenues with bungalows that still have their historic charm.
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Lexington School District Two
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Lake Murray, SC
Completed in 1930, Lake Murray is one of the biggest man-made lakes in the state with a shoreline of over 600 miles.
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Located to the Northwest of the City of Columbia, Lake Murray is conveniently located for residents of Downtown Columbia, Lexington and the surrounding areas. Completed in 1930, Lake Murray is one of the biggest man-made lakes in the state with a shoreline of over 600 miles, and serves as a recreational getaway for residents of the Midlands. Lake Murray is encompassed by the towns of Irmo, Chapin, Prosperity, Gilbert and Lexington.
Each of the areas have gorgeous lakefront homes and condos, as well as communities that include incredible amenities such as club houses, private lake access and more. With low maintenance condos all the way to multi-million dollar estates, there's something for everyone on Lake Murray.
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Lexington School District One
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Irmo
Irmo has two distinct sides which are the Harbison side and the Lake Murray side.
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Established in 1890, Irmo, SC is located about 15 miles Northwest from Downtown Columbia, between the Saluda and Broad Rivers, and at the Southeast corner of Lake Murray. The town of Irmo began as a refueling stop for people on the way from Columbia going to the Upstate. The founders of the town's infamous railway, Mr. Iredell and Mr. Moseley, are also known for having the town named after them.
Irmo has two distinct sides which are the Harbison side and the lake side. The town is nestled right against Lake Murray which is one of the biggest recreational activities in all of South Carolina. The Harbison side is most known for having Columbiana Mall which is one of the best indoor malls in all of the state.
The town has integrated several master plan developments such as Harbison, Ascot, and many others on the lake. Whether you're looking for a starter home or a multi-million dollar lakefront home, Irmo has something for everyone.
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Lexington-Richland School District 5
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