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Columbia brings the past into the present
In the former gold rush boomtown of Columbia, the old way of life is still accessible through historic storefronts, the local museum and rides through town on the stagecoach. Residents take pride in the town's history, as does the state of California. Columbia's historic district was designated a state park in 1945 for its preservation. Commercial stops are locally owned, keeping with the independence of frontier origins. Some are housed in buildings that have changed ownership continuously since the gold rush era. The community is located off Highway 49 and is surrounded by other gold rush towns, including Sonora, Jamestown and Angels Camp, making it a pit stop for tourists seeking a taste of the Wild West. Located in Tuolumne County, Columbia meets the modern era through its Community College, arts scene and airport used by hobby pilots. Residents live near a major lake and trails leading to swimming caverns.
City of Columbia residents visit New Melones Lake for rest and relaxation.
Walk the street of City of Columbia State Park in Columbia, Ca.
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Local businesses in town, chains in Sonora
Commercial options are located in the historic downtown area and along main roads. Locals head to Waterwheel Saloon & Pizza Parlour for live music, the pool table, pizza and beer. Mandy's Breakfast House is a go-to for morning classics like steak and eggs. Columbia Frosty is a retro diner dishing out burgers and fries with shakes and soft serve. St. Charles Saloon is built within a gold rush-era structure. Columbia Kate's Teahouse sells more than just tea but also baked goods and vintage china. Nelson's Columbia Candy has been family-owned for five generations and sells handmade sweets. Columbia Clothiers & Emporium is known for its antiques. Dollar General and the grocery store Columbia Mercantile 1855 are in town. The city of Sonora is around 6 miles away with chains such as Walmart Supercenter and Safeway.
Grab a ice cream cone and hang out with friends in the City of Columbia
Mandy's is where the locals go for breakfast and lunch in the City of Columbia.
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Grade school and higher education options in town
Old Columbia Schoolhouse was founded in the mid-1800s and now offers tours, providing a glimpse into 19th-century education. Today, learning begins within the Columbia Union School District. Kindergarten through eighth-grade students attend Columbia Elementary, earning a C-plus on Niche. Sonora High School, through the Sonora Union High School District, is the next step and gets a B rating. Columbia College is a local community college offering technical education in various fields, including emergency medical services and fire technology.
Columbia resident children attend Columbia Elementary in the City of Columbia, Ca.
Sonora High has a great sports program.
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Art and history mingle in the downtown area
Downtown is a center for events. Some that feature historical reenactments include Miners Christmas in December and Back to School 1861 in September when children sit for lessons in the Old Columbia Schoolhouse taught by a teacher in period costume. September also brings the Columbia Art Show, where creatives display their work on the streets. "There is so much talent. Retired opera singers and ballerinas from San Francisco all move up here to the mountains," says Melanie Adair, a local Realtor who's lived in the county for more than 40 years and works for Friends Real Estate Services. Professional performances are hosted at the Sierra Rep's Fallon House Theatre. Stagecoaches take guests on short rides around town. "They have bandits that do a hold-up and take all your stuff, and by the time you get back, it's all back in the office," Adair says. The Columbia Museum is also downtown, consolidating local history.
Columbia's historic district was designated a state park in 1945.
Visit the Old School House in Columbia, Ca.
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Original mining cottages and country homes on acres
Housing is eclectic and pricing largely depends on quality and condition, according to Adair. "There might be a house built by the previous homeowners and their families over generations so beautifully. Or a real log cabin. There's a lot of those." She adds that some of the most coveted homes are the rustic cottages where miners once lived, located in Columbia's "big hill area," called this for its higher elevation. Columbia also has luxurious in traditional and mediterranean styles and simple two-story homes and ranch styles. Lots can be small or as large as 20 acres or more in the countryside. Price ranges are from around $135,000 to $474,000 but head into $520,000 to $1.3 million as condition and size increases. Columbia also has manufactured homes ranging from around $30,000 to $100,000 and townhouses from roughly $300,000 to $320,000.
Historical Workman Cottages are found through out the City of Columbia, Ca.
Log Cabin homes can be found in Columbia, Ca.
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Public transportation, main routes and a local airport
The Golden Chain Highway, or Highway 49, is on the southern side of Columbia. Springfield Road and Parrotts Ferry Road connect with the highway and serve as major roads. Bus stops serviced by Tuolumne County Transit connect commuters to nearby mining towns, including Jamestown and Sonora. Columbia Airport is in town and used by private hobby pilots.
Highway 49 is a major artery for travelers near Columbia, Ca.
Hobby pilots use Columbia Airport to fly into in the City of Columbia.
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A fly-in campground, hiking trails and days on the water
Hobby pilots touch down at the Columbia Airport Campground, a fly-in campground with 20 campsites. A trailhead near the Old Columbia Schoolhouse leads hikers on a short loop through nature. Natural Bridges Trailhead is around 6 miles west, leading to swimming caverns. The western side of Columbia is on the edge of New Melones Lake. One of the closest boat ramps is around 9 miles away and the marina is within 17 miles. Yosemite is around 60 miles from Columbia.
Hikers trek the Trail Head for nature walks in the City of Columbia, Ca.
Yosemite is around 60 miles from the City of Columbia, Ca.
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There is a fire risk in Columbia's home county
Tuolumne County is prone to wildfires. One of the last events was the Canyon Fire in 2024, which burned 85 acres.
Columbia Air Attack is on stand by in Columbia California to fight fires.
Tuolumne County is prone to wild fires. Cal Fire in Columbia, Ca. is always there to lend a hand.
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On average, homes in Columbia, CA sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Columbia, CA over the last 12 months is $300,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This triple wide home has many recent upgrades, including a new 25 year roof, two year old evaporative cooler, two year old hot water heater, new outdoor carpet on front and back porches, low maintenance yard. Generator, Large Storage shed, fireplace.
This triple wide home has many recent upgrades, including a new 25 year roof, two year old evaporative cooler, two year old hot water heater, new outdoor carpet on front and back porches, low maintenance yard. Generator, Large Storage shed, fireplace.
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