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About Lexington
The town of Lexington, South Carolina, had its beginning on January 24, 1820 with the purchase of two acres of land from Anna Barbara Drafts "Granny" Corley for the establishment of a new courthouse and jail for Lexington County. Previously the county seat of government had been the town of Granby, located where Cayce is today. Granby was a low, unhealthy area often flooded in the spring. Mrs. Corley's land was selected for its central location and its healthy atmosphere among the pine trees. The town of Lexington grew up around the courthouse and was indeed called "Lexington Court House" until 1900. Most of the town's early settlers were descendants of older area families, largely of German ancestry. Prior to the Civil War, Lexington could boast of having the Lutheran Seminary, two churches, two newspapers, a small textile factory, a carriage factory and the usual businesses necessary for a courthouse town of that era. A municipal charter was issued on January 28, 1861.
In February of 1865 a wing of General Sherman's Federal troops occupied the town. Many of the dwellings and businesses were burned during this occupation. The town by 1880 had rebuilt its business district and a number of impressive new homes were replacing those lost in 1865. In 1890 the Lexington Manufacturing Company built the textile mill with its dam, pond and houses for the employees, all located on the eastern end of Main Street. Disastrous fires in 1894 and 1916 resulted in most of the business district structures being rebuilt of brick. In 1911, electricity for lighting was available, and telephones came to the town before 1916. By 1927 a municipal water system was put into use. With post-World War II prosperity, Lexington has expanded into a thriving business and political center for Lexington County.
Today Lexington is one of the fastest growing areas of the South Carolina Midlands and has numerous recreational opportunities at Lake Murray, sporting events, community parks and recreational areas. Located in the award-winning Richland/Lexington School District Five, Lexington is an area that is on the move!
Buying a New Lexington Home?
Buying a Lexington home can be a daunting task. Before setting out on your house hunting journey, you should
know what you really want to find. Take some time to list all the features that are most important to you and your
family. Here are a few ideas to consider in looking for a Lexington home to purchase:
- Location – Lexington has a good number of wonderful areas to choose from. Also think about your proximity
to quality schools, medical facilities, and shopping markets.
- Size – Do you need a certain number of bedrooms or bathrooms? Don’t forget about closet space
- Parking – Is a covered garage important to you?
- Style – 2-story house or ranch style home? New or older home?
- Air Conditioning & Heating – central heating and/or air conditioning can be a savior in Lexington.
As you browse homes on , keep these ideas in mind. Your list may change over time as you do more looking.
You may want to add or remove features, or perhaps you'll become willing to make compromises to find the Lexington home
that is the best fit for your family. With hundreds of beautiful Lexington homes to choose from, you’ll surely find the
one for you. Get started now.
Selling your Lexington Home?
Selling your Lexington home through Exit Midlands Realty is the right decision. Our agents are here to guide you
through a potentially complicated process. You deserve top-dollar for your property and Exit Midlands Realty is committed to marketing
and selling your home. All of our agents are certified REALTORs® and they are determined to give you peace of mind
throughout the home selling process. With years of experience in the Lexington home market, our team has the secret recipe
for attracting the right kind of home buyers at just the right time. Choosing Exit Midlands Realty is a wise decision. Learn a bit
more about our agents here.
Apply for a Home Loan to purchase your Lexington home?
The Lexington home market is highly active at this time. Interest rates continue to hover near record lows and it’s never
been easier to finance your Lexington home purchase —whether it’s your first home purchase, a vacation property, or a retirement
townhouse. Find out how much house you can afford, learn about settlement and closing costs, and access the most current
lending rates through our preferred mortgage partner.