Lexington
County South Carolina
2022 - 2023 Resource & Relocation Guide
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CONTENTS
5 Welcome
6-7 Newcomer Information
8 Help Hotlines
9 Health & Hospitals
11 Local Education
14-15 Entertainment & Fun
18-19 Lexington County Map
20-21 Lexington City Map
22-23 Home Buyer Information
25 Buyers Mistakes
27 How Much Can You Afford?
28-29 Tips to Selling Your Home
30 Packing Tips
31 Moving Checklist
32 Homefinder Notepad
Published By:
Sales Coordinator:
Devri Colver
Ad Designer:
In association with
Jeremy Newell
Book Designer:
Asha Bohannon
Visit us at:
www.skylinepub.net
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CONTENTS
5 Welcome
6-7 Newcomer Information
8 Help Hotlines
9 Health & Hospitals
11 Local Education
14-15 Entertainment & Fun
18-19 Lexington County Map
20-21 Lexington City Map
22-23 Home Buyer Information
25 Buyers Mistakes
27 How Much Can You Afford?
28-29 Tips to Selling Your Home
30 Packing Tips
31 Moving Checklist
32 Homefinder Notepad
Published By:
Sales Coordinator:
Devri Colver
Ad Designer:
In association with
Jeremy Newell
Book Designer:
Asha Bohannon
Visit us at:
www.skylinepub.net
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Welcome
Welcome Neighborhood
to the
Lexington County is located in the state of South Carolina with the county seat
and largest town being Lexington. Lexington is also a suburb of the state's capital
and second-largest city, Columbia. The county was officially created in 1785 and
its name commemorates the Battle of Lexington, which was fought during the
American Revolutionary War. Lexington County is also part of the Columbia, SC
Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Lexington County is the perfect place to getaway. Come learn and explore the
historic landmarks and museums in the area, as well as, enjoy the beautiful
outdoors. With Lake Murray in the area, visitors are welcome to take a hike, go for
a bike ride or spend the day boating and fishing. Do some shopping or grab a
bite to eat, there is a variety of fun and free things for the whole family.
Online Resources: www.lex-co.sc.gov | www.lexsc.com
www.lexingtonsc.org | www.lakemurraycountry.com
How to Use This Resource & Relocation Guide provides you with the essential information you may need in an
This Guide easy to follow format so that your move or visit to the area goes smoothly. We provide telephone
numbers and websites for the people and agencies that can assist with relocating your home or
business. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, calling ahead before attending
a listed event or business is recommended.
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Welcome
Welcome Neighborhood
to the
Lexington County is located in the state of South Carolina with the county seat
and largest town being Lexington. Lexington is also a suburb of the state's capital
and second-largest city, Columbia. The county was officially created in 1785 and
its name commemorates the Battle of Lexington, which was fought during the
American Revolutionary War. Lexington County is also part of the Columbia, SC
Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Lexington County is the perfect place to getaway. Come learn and explore the
historic landmarks and museums in the area, as well as, enjoy the beautiful
outdoors. With Lake Murray in the area, visitors are welcome to take a hike, go for
a bike ride or spend the day boating and fishing. Do some shopping or grab a
bite to eat, there is a variety of fun and free things for the whole family.
Online Resources: www.lex-co.sc.gov | www.lexsc.com
www.lexingtonsc.org | www.lakemurraycountry.com
How to Use This Resource & Relocation Guide provides you with the essential information you may need in an
This Guide easy to follow format so that your move or visit to the area goes smoothly. We provide telephone
numbers and websites for the people and agencies that can assist with relocating your home or
business. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, calling ahead before attending
a listed event or business is recommended.
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Newcomer Info Newcomer Info
Newcomer Information
Police Departments
Lexington County Sheriff Columbia Police Lexington Police
521 Gibson Rd. 1 Justice Square 111 Maiden Ln.
Lexington, SC Columbia, SC Lexington, SC
(803) 785-8230 (803) 749-5836 (803) 359-6260
Batesburg-Leesville Police Gaston Police West Columbia Police
660 W. Columbia Ave. 186 N. Carlisle St. 200 N. 12th St.
Batesburg-Leesville, SC Gaston, SC West Columbia, SC
(803) 532-4408 (803) 796-8503 (803) 794-0721
Chapin Police Irmo Police
157 Columbia Ave. 1230 Columbia Ave.
Chapin, SC Irmo, SC
(803) 345-6443 (803) 781-8088
Fire Departments
Lexington County Courthouse
205 E. Main St. Lexington County For more information
Lexington, SC Fire Services on any Fire Department
436 Ball Park Rd. please call Lexington
(803) 785-8212
Lexington, SC County Fire Services
(803) 785-8287 at (803) 785-8287
Area Post Offices
US Post Office US Post Office US Post Office
1120 Briargate Cir. 710 W. Main St. 1535 Platt Springs Rd.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC West Columbia, SC
(803) 772-7807 (803) 532-3766 (803) 796-0455
US Post Office US Post Office US Post Office
5201 Broad River Rd. 1830 S. Lake Dr. 2001 Dixiana Rd.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC West Columbia, SC
(803) 798-3348 (803) 359-9355 (803) 926-6100
Area Utilities
Carolina Water Services Ameri Gas AT&T
(803) 796-9545 (803) 957-3371 (800) 288-2020
Lexington Water Dept. Mid-Carolina Electric T-Mobile
(803) 359-8373 (888) 813-8000 (800) 937-8997
West Columbia Water Dept. South Carolina Verizon
(803) 791-1880 Electric & Gas (800) 922-0204
(803) 749-3924
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Newcomer Info Newcomer Info
Newcomer Information
Police Departments
Lexington County Sheriff Columbia Police Lexington Police
521 Gibson Rd. 1 Justice Square 111 Maiden Ln.
Lexington, SC Columbia, SC Lexington, SC
(803) 785-8230 (803) 749-5836 (803) 359-6260
Batesburg-Leesville Police Gaston Police West Columbia Police
660 W. Columbia Ave. 186 N. Carlisle St. 200 N. 12th St.
Batesburg-Leesville, SC Gaston, SC West Columbia, SC
(803) 532-4408 (803) 796-8503 (803) 794-0721
Chapin Police Irmo Police
157 Columbia Ave. 1230 Columbia Ave.
Chapin, SC Irmo, SC
(803) 345-6443 (803) 781-8088
Fire Departments
Lexington County Courthouse
205 E. Main St. Lexington County For more information
Lexington, SC Fire Services on any Fire Department
436 Ball Park Rd. please call Lexington
(803) 785-8212
Lexington, SC County Fire Services
(803) 785-8287 at (803) 785-8287
Area Post Offices
US Post Office US Post Office US Post Office
1120 Briargate Cir. 710 W. Main St. 1535 Platt Springs Rd.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC West Columbia, SC
(803) 772-7807 (803) 532-3766 (803) 796-0455
US Post Office US Post Office US Post Office
5201 Broad River Rd. 1830 S. Lake Dr. 2001 Dixiana Rd.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC West Columbia, SC
(803) 798-3348 (803) 359-9355 (803) 926-6100
Area Utilities
Carolina Water Services Ameri Gas AT&T
(803) 796-9545 (803) 957-3371 (800) 288-2020
Lexington Water Dept. Mid-Carolina Electric T-Mobile
(803) 359-8373 (888) 813-8000 (800) 937-8997
West Columbia Water Dept. South Carolina Verizon
(803) 791-1880 Electric & Gas (800) 922-0204
(803) 749-3924
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Health Health
Excellent health care…
Close to home.
Having good health overall is a major key to a long and healthy life. Finding ways to
take care of your health can aid in recovery and help you feel better daily. Get routine
check-ups and visit your doctor when you're not feeling well. Sometimes, it is hard to
tell whether not feeling well is due to a side-effect of medicine, a symptom of a health
disorder or any other different health problem. Talk to your doctor or other health care
specialist for any other questions or information.
Area Health & Hospitals
Lexington County Lexington Medical Center LMC - Lexington
Health Department 2720 Sunset Blvd. 811 W. Main St.
1070-B S. Lake Dr. West Columbia, SC Lexington, SC
Lexington, SC (803) 791-2000 (803) 358-6100
(803) 785-6550
Lexington Medical Park 1 Palmetto Pediatric &
Doctors Care - Augusta Rd 2728 Sunset Blvd. Adolescent Clinic
2836 Augusta Rd. West Columbia, SC 1970 Augusta Hwy.
West Columbia, SC (803) 794-7511 Lexington, SC
(803) 939-0545 (803) 358-2370
Lexington Medical Park 2
Doctors Care - Hope Ferry 146 E. Hospital Dr. Prisma Health Baptist
5224 Sunset Blvd. West Columbia, SC Parkridge Hospital
Lexington, SC (803) 935-8410 400 Palmetto Health Pkwy.
(803) 796-4251 Columbia, SC
Lexington Women's Care (803) 907-7000
Doctors Care - West Columbia
Lexington West 222 E. Medical Ln. Veritas Health Group
815 Highway 378 W. West Columbia, SC 247 Columbia Ave.
Lexington, SC (803) 791-2300 Lexington, SC
(803) 359-5533 (803) 399-8793
LMC - Irmo
Lexington Family Practice 7035 St. Andrews Rd.
122 Powell Dr. Columbia, SC
Lexington, SC (803) 749-0924
(803) 957-8400
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Health Health
Excellent health care…
Close to home.
Having good health overall is a major key to a long and healthy life. Finding ways to
take care of your health can aid in recovery and help you feel better daily. Get routine
check-ups and visit your doctor when you're not feeling well. Sometimes, it is hard to
tell whether not feeling well is due to a side-effect of medicine, a symptom of a health
disorder or any other different health problem. Talk to your doctor or other health care
specialist for any other questions or information.
Area Health & Hospitals
Lexington County Lexington Medical Center LMC - Lexington
Health Department 2720 Sunset Blvd. 811 W. Main St.
1070-B S. Lake Dr. West Columbia, SC Lexington, SC
Lexington, SC (803) 791-2000 (803) 358-6100
(803) 785-6550
Lexington Medical Park 1 Palmetto Pediatric &
Doctors Care - Augusta Rd 2728 Sunset Blvd. Adolescent Clinic
2836 Augusta Rd. West Columbia, SC 1970 Augusta Hwy.
West Columbia, SC (803) 794-7511 Lexington, SC
(803) 939-0545 (803) 358-2370
Lexington Medical Park 2
Doctors Care - Hope Ferry 146 E. Hospital Dr. Prisma Health Baptist
5224 Sunset Blvd. West Columbia, SC Parkridge Hospital
Lexington, SC (803) 935-8410 400 Palmetto Health Pkwy.
(803) 796-4251 Columbia, SC
Lexington Women's Care (803) 907-7000
Doctors Care - West Columbia
Lexington West 222 E. Medical Ln. Veritas Health Group
815 Highway 378 W. West Columbia, SC 247 Columbia Ave.
Lexington, SC (803) 791-2300 Lexington, SC
(803) 359-5533 (803) 399-8793
LMC - Irmo
Lexington Family Practice 7035 St. Andrews Rd.
122 Powell Dr. Columbia, SC
Lexington, SC (803) 749-0924
(803) 957-8400
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Education Education
Where Learning Begins
Education is a very vital tool that is used in the contemporary world to succeed. It is
important because it is used to mitigate most of the challenges faced in life. The
knowledge that is attained through education helps open doors to a lot of opportunities
for better prospects in career growth. Getting a head start in education can help you
succeed in many aspects of your life and help you grow to your full potential.
Local School Districts
Lexington School District 1 Lexington School District 3 Lexington School District 5
100 Tarrar Springs Rd. 338 W. Columbia Ave. 1020 Dutch Fork Rd.
Lexington, SC Batesburg, SC Irmo, SC
(803) 821-1000 (803) 532-4423 (803) 476-8000
Lexington School District 2 Lexington School District 4
715 Ninth St. 607 E. Fifth St.
West Columbia, SC Swansea, SC
(803) 796-4708 (803) 490-7000
Area Colleges & Universities
Allen University Midlands Technical College: South Carolina Techical
1530 Harden St. Batesburg-Leesville Campus College System
Columbia, SC 423 College St. 111 Executive Center Dr.
(803) 376-5900 Batesburg-Leesville, SC Columbia, SC
(803) 604-1601 (803) 896-5320
Benedict College
1600 Harden St. Midlands Technical College: Strayer University
Columbia, SC Beltline Campus 200 Center Point Cir.
(803) 253-5000 316 S. Beltline Blvd. Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC (803) 750-2500
Columbia International (803) 738-8324
University University of South Carolina
7435 Monticello Rd. Midlands Technical College: 902 Sumter St.
Columbia, SC Harbison Campus Columbia, SC
(800) 777-2227 7300 College St. (803) 777-7700
Irmo, SC
Midlands Technical College: (803) 738-8324
Airport Campus
1260 Lexington Dr. Midlands Technical College:
West Columbia, SC Northeast Campus
(803) 738-8324 151 Powell Rd.
Columbia, SC
(803) 738-8324
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Education Education
Where Learning Begins
Education is a very vital tool that is used in the contemporary world to succeed. It is
important because it is used to mitigate most of the challenges faced in life. The
knowledge that is attained through education helps open doors to a lot of opportunities
for better prospects in career growth. Getting a head start in education can help you
succeed in many aspects of your life and help you grow to your full potential.
Local School Districts
Lexington School District 1 Lexington School District 3 Lexington School District 5
100 Tarrar Springs Rd. 338 W. Columbia Ave. 1020 Dutch Fork Rd.
Lexington, SC Batesburg, SC Irmo, SC
(803) 821-1000 (803) 532-4423 (803) 476-8000
Lexington School District 2 Lexington School District 4
715 Ninth St. 607 E. Fifth St.
West Columbia, SC Swansea, SC
(803) 796-4708 (803) 490-7000
Area Colleges & Universities
Allen University Midlands Technical College: South Carolina Techical
1530 Harden St. Batesburg-Leesville Campus College System
Columbia, SC 423 College St. 111 Executive Center Dr.
(803) 376-5900 Batesburg-Leesville, SC Columbia, SC
(803) 604-1601 (803) 896-5320
Benedict College
1600 Harden St. Midlands Technical College: Strayer University
Columbia, SC Beltline Campus 200 Center Point Cir.
(803) 253-5000 316 S. Beltline Blvd. Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC (803) 750-2500
Columbia International (803) 738-8324
University University of South Carolina
7435 Monticello Rd. Midlands Technical College: 902 Sumter St.
Columbia, SC Harbison Campus Columbia, SC
(800) 777-2227 7300 College St. (803) 777-7700
Irmo, SC
Midlands Technical College: (803) 738-8324
Airport Campus
1260 Lexington Dr. Midlands Technical College:
West Columbia, SC Northeast Campus
(803) 738-8324 151 Powell Rd.
Columbia, SC
(803) 738-8324
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Entertainment & Fun Entertainment & Fun
Wander. Explore. Discover.
From the simple pleasures to a variety of other fun choices there is always some- Lexington County Museum South Carolina Governor Village Square Theatre
thing to entertain just about anyone in the Lexington County Area. The area offers 231 Fox St. Mansion Gardens 105 Caughman Rd.
many beautiful views and a variety of art, music and theater, as well as other endless Lexington, SC 800 Richland St. Lexington, SC
possibilites such as shopping, relaxing and more. No matter what activities you favor, (803) 359-8369 Columbia, SC (803) 359-1436
you're sure to find it here! (803) 737-1710
Mitchell House & Gardens Virginia Hylton Park
421 N. Lake Dr. South Carolina State 111 Maiden Ln.
Lexington, SC Museum Lexington, SC
(803) 359-5325 301 Gervais St. (803) 359-1027
Columbia, SC
Pinegrove Sports Complex (803) 898-4921 Willie B. Caractor Park
701 Old Barnwell Rd. 804 Hendrix St.
West Columbia, SC Southern Connection Tours Lexington, SC
(803) 356-4000 310 Cedarcrest Dr. (803) 359-1027
Lexington, SC
Regal Northlake Village (803) 356-8653 For more information and
929 N. Lake Dr. additional listings and
Lexington, SC Spotlight Cinemas - attractions please visit:
(844) 462-7342 Capital 8 www.lexingtonsc.org
201 Columbia Mall Blvd. www.lakemurraycountry.com
Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens Columbia, SC
500 Wildlife Pkwy. (803) 756-3456
AMC Harbison 14 Corley Street Park Icehouse Amphitheater
Columbia, SC
122 Afton Ct. 210 Corley St. 107 W. Main St.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC Lexington, SC (803) 779-8717 Spotlight Cinemas -
St. Andrews
(803) 781-3048 (803) 359-1027 (803) 358-7275
Saluda Shoals Park 527 St. Andrews Rd.
5605 Bush River Rd. Columbia, SC
AMF Columbia Lanes EdVenture Children's JC's Lexington Bowl
1732 Bush River Rd. Museum 5380 Augusta Rd. Columbia, SC (803) 772-7469
(803) 731-5208
Columbia, SC 211 Gervais St. Lexington, SC
(803) 798-1310 Columbia, SC (803) 359-2695 The Lexington County
Sesquicentennial State Park Public Library
(803) 779-3100
AMF Parkland Plaza Lanes Lake Murray 9564 Two Notch Rd. 5440 Augusta Rd.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC
900 Axtell Dr. Escape Plan Columbia 2184 North Lake Dr.
Cayce, SC 151 Riverchase Way B Columbia, SC (803) 788-2706 (803) 785-2600
(803) 796-6300 Lexington, SC (866) 725-3935
(803) 728-1555
Blowfish Baseball Lake Murray Golf Center
474 Ball Park Rd. Gibson Pond Park 2032 Old Hilton Rd.
Lexington, SC 241 Gibson Rd. Chapin, SC
(803) 254-3474 Lexington, SC (803) 345-0199
(803) 359-1027
Busy Bee Bus Tours Lake Murray Symphony
126 Taylor Ln. Golden Hills Golf Orchestra
Lexington, SC 100 Scotland Dr. 175 Maritime Trl.
(803) 808-1732 Lexington, SC Lexington, SC
(803) 957-3355 (803) 400-3540
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Entertainment & Fun Entertainment & Fun
Wander. Explore. Discover.
From the simple pleasures to a variety of other fun choices there is always some- Lexington County Museum South Carolina Governor Village Square Theatre
thing to entertain just about anyone in the Lexington County Area. The area offers 231 Fox St. Mansion Gardens 105 Caughman Rd.
many beautiful views and a variety of art, music and theater, as well as other endless Lexington, SC 800 Richland St. Lexington, SC
possibilites such as shopping, relaxing and more. No matter what activities you favor, (803) 359-8369 Columbia, SC (803) 359-1436
you're sure to find it here! (803) 737-1710
Mitchell House & Gardens Virginia Hylton Park
421 N. Lake Dr. South Carolina State 111 Maiden Ln.
Lexington, SC Museum Lexington, SC
(803) 359-5325 301 Gervais St. (803) 359-1027
Columbia, SC
Pinegrove Sports Complex (803) 898-4921 Willie B. Caractor Park
701 Old Barnwell Rd. 804 Hendrix St.
West Columbia, SC Southern Connection Tours Lexington, SC
(803) 356-4000 310 Cedarcrest Dr. (803) 359-1027
Lexington, SC
Regal Northlake Village (803) 356-8653 For more information and
929 N. Lake Dr. additional listings and
Lexington, SC Spotlight Cinemas - attractions please visit:
(844) 462-7342 Capital 8 www.lexingtonsc.org
201 Columbia Mall Blvd. www.lakemurraycountry.com
Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens Columbia, SC
500 Wildlife Pkwy. (803) 756-3456
AMC Harbison 14 Corley Street Park Icehouse Amphitheater
Columbia, SC
122 Afton Ct. 210 Corley St. 107 W. Main St.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC Lexington, SC (803) 779-8717 Spotlight Cinemas -
St. Andrews
(803) 781-3048 (803) 359-1027 (803) 358-7275
Saluda Shoals Park 527 St. Andrews Rd.
5605 Bush River Rd. Columbia, SC
AMF Columbia Lanes EdVenture Children's JC's Lexington Bowl
1732 Bush River Rd. Museum 5380 Augusta Rd. Columbia, SC (803) 772-7469
(803) 731-5208
Columbia, SC 211 Gervais St. Lexington, SC
(803) 798-1310 Columbia, SC (803) 359-2695 The Lexington County
Sesquicentennial State Park Public Library
(803) 779-3100
AMF Parkland Plaza Lanes Lake Murray 9564 Two Notch Rd. 5440 Augusta Rd.
Columbia, SC Lexington, SC
900 Axtell Dr. Escape Plan Columbia 2184 North Lake Dr.
Cayce, SC 151 Riverchase Way B Columbia, SC (803) 788-2706 (803) 785-2600
(803) 796-6300 Lexington, SC (866) 725-3935
(803) 728-1555
Blowfish Baseball Lake Murray Golf Center
474 Ball Park Rd. Gibson Pond Park 2032 Old Hilton Rd.
Lexington, SC 241 Gibson Rd. Chapin, SC
(803) 254-3474 Lexington, SC (803) 345-0199
(803) 359-1027
Busy Bee Bus Tours Lake Murray Symphony
126 Taylor Ln. Golden Hills Golf Orchestra
Lexington, SC 100 Scotland Dr. 175 Maritime Trl.
(803) 808-1732 Lexington, SC Lexington, SC
(803) 957-3355 (803) 400-3540
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