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Historic architecture in the heart of Columbia
Prospective homebuyers are drawn to Elmwood Park thanks, in large part, to historic summer traditions like potluck porch parties. Established as a suburb of Columbia in 1904, Elmwood Park has experienced a remarkable share of transformation over the years while still retaining its character. The interstate now presides where electric streetcars once threaded the neighborhood and newly built multi-story homes gaze across the street at bungalows constructed in 1935. Yet even as the new BullStreet District rises on the east side of Main Street, the citizens of Elmwood Park preserve their neighborly atmosphere as meticulously as their community’s architectural theme, creating a unique downtown community that welcomes change while holding on to its mid-century heritage.
Elmwood Park is a very short drive to everything downtown Columbia has to offer.
Street lights add an added sense of safety for those that enjoy night strolls.
Welcome to Elmwood Park
This bungalow has a distinct offset front porch.
Elmwood Ray Lynch Park itself makes a welcoming statement to visitors.
Lush green trees provided needed shade in Elmwood Park of Columbia.
Elmwood Park is in close proximity to downtown Columbia.
Tree canopied sidewalks run throughout the Elmwood Park neighborhood.
Wide streets flanked with sidewalks make Elmwood Park an enjoyable place for a walk.
Rows of homes make a collective statement in their
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A mix of Southern styles in South Carolina
The streets of Elmwood Park are brimming with an eclectic mix of styles, ranging from meticulously restored historic houses to new construction built in keeping with the area’s storied theme. “There is a mix of styles — bungalows, traditional Southern homes with big porches and columns, and newer Craftsmans,” says Realtor Mary Lane Sloan, co-owner of The Art of Real Estate and life-long resident of Columbia. “There’s a little bit of everything over here.” Prices can vary greatly depending on the size of the home. A 1935 two-bedroom bungalow with recent updates can begin around $270,000, while four-bedroom Victorian-inspired homes built in 2023 price around $580,000. Each home has unique features, including wraparound front porches and wrought-iron fences. While most yards are small and shallow, neighbors present “yard of the month” awards to one another for the best-maintained among them.
Right next to Columbia’s Main Street
Residents of Elmwood Park can shop for groceries at the Publix Super Market at Gervais Place, although the small parking lot tends to create traffic jams and can be tricky to navigate. Uncle Willie’s Grocery Store is an independent shop directly in the neighborhood that provides an alternative. The nearest Target is 6 miles east of the neighborhood in the Shoppes at Woodhill. Elmwood Park is hemmed by the city’s Main Street district. “You can walk to shops like The Vino Garage or to restaurants like The War Mouth,” Sloan says. “There are a lot of amenities here that the neighborhood just didn’t have 10 years ago.” The Vino Garage is a locally owned wine and beer shop that features unique options unavailable in big box stores, while The War Mouth is a popular destination for hearty Southern cooking with a modern twist.
Singing while playing guitar, cahon, and high hat makes for a fantastic performance.
Drums from Pakistan have a unique sound from their camel-skin heads.
Jewelry enthusiasts are quick to strike up a conversation with artisan jewelers.
Picnic tables are plentiful at Elmwood Ray Lynch Park.
Shoppers are naturally drawn to beautiful strawberries on display at Soda City Market.
Seating is plentiful outside the Columbia Museum of Art,
Elmwood Park neighborhood is the first neighborhood to be annexed into the City of Columbia.
I-126 can be seen as it connects to Columbia near Elmwood Park.
Uncle Willie's Grocery gives residents a local option for freshly made lunch and desserts.
War Mouth has its' regular following on weekends.
Spring is the perfect time for outdoor dining at the Columbia Museum of Art.
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Green spaces and the Vista Greenway
Roy Lynch Park in the heart of the neighborhood adds to the neighborhood’s welcoming atmosphere. This pocket park features a 60-foot zipline, a checkerboard splash pad and a playground with a climbing wall. A pergola casts its shadow over several wooden benches and a butterfly garden. Marshall Park, just a half-mile from Elmwood, is a wooded expanse of rolling hill that features a jungle gym and a small play area. The Vista Greenway begins at the southern edge of the neighborhood along Elmwood Avenue, giving residents access to a mile-long paved walking trail that runs into the heart of Columbia’s Finlay Park.
Elmwood Roy Lynch Park is a favorite place to relax and have fun in Elmwood Park \.
Plenty of benches are available at Elmwood Ray Lynch Park.
A feline resident of Elmwood Park freely roams the street.
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The BullStreet District and porch potlucks
Elmwood Park is just steps away from Columbia’s rapidly developing BullStreet District. Billed as the hub of the new urban South, this district is centered around Segra Park, home of the city’s minor league baseball team, the Columbia Fireflies. Closer to home, Elmwood Park residents routinely host porch parties, Halloween celebrations and coffee get-togethers with local law enforcement.
A table will not remain empty for very long during lunch at No Name Deli.
There is always someone coming or going at No Name Deli.
Some customers have been weekly regulars at No Name Deli for over twenty years.
Elmwood Park can enjoy the local War Mouth Restaurant.
War Mouth has its' regular following on weekends.
Dogs and their people love to experience Page Ellington Park's dog areal.
The Columbia Fireflies take in a little practice before the evening game.
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South Carolina scholarship
Biking or walking to school is easy for elementary-aged students, who attend Logan Elementary School. Logan, which earns a B from Niche, has a rich history in the community dating back to 1904 and is known for its robust performing arts program. Commuting to St. Andrews Middle School, which scores a C-minus, requires a car. St. Andrews has a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1 and offers athletics programs for students, including a football team. Columbia High School, also a C-minus, offers magnet programs, including a national defense focus which allows students 16 or older to obtain their commercial drone pilot certification.
Walking downtown or flying out of Columbia
Elmwood Park is within walking distance of downtown Columbia and the University of South Carolina, being just under a mile from both. The neighborhood also enjoys easy access to Interstate 126, which connects them 12 miles south to Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
The University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a mere 2 miles from Elmwood Park, so residents can experience all the excitement of a college town by day and enjoy a quiet residential retreat by night. The USC Gamecocks are a top-ranked NCAA basketball team playing out of Colonial Life Arena, which also hosts concerts and comedy shows.
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