201 Branham St

West Columbia sits just west of South Carolina’s capital, across the Congaree River. Unlike Columbia, West Columbia is located in Lexington County but still remains part of its large metropolis. The immediate area is home to a variety of places, including shops, restaurants, and bars, in walking distance of one another.

Incorporated in 1894, the city now encompasses modern art galleries and museums. Riverbanks Botanical Garden is a large, lush attraction that sits across the river from the zoo. Residents find comfort in the Westside Shopping Center, where they can pick up home necessities. Traveling into the capital? You’ll take Meeting Street and cross over the Gervais Street Bridge. This, combined with a low cost of living and conveniences, makes West Columbia a great city to live in.