Elgin Homes for Sale

Elgin, South Carolina is located in Kershaw County, about 24 miles northeast of Columbia. The earliest history of Elgin goes back to the late 1890s with the arrival of the Seaboard Coastline Railroad across South Carolina. The first homes were for railroad workers. Once known as Blaney, the town was incorporated in 1908. The town’s name changed in the 1960s with the arrival of the Elgin Watch Company, which established a plant there. The plant was a major employer for many years before finally closing. Although the people voted for the name change, many local places have retained the original name, such as some schools, churches and the fire department. Today, the area has about 3,000 people that call Elgin home.

Elgin is mostly countryside and lightly developed areas, and one landmark of note is White Pond. It has been recorded on maps since the early 1800s and draws scientific attention worldwide as being one of the deepest ponds in the world. Because of its undisturbed nature, White Pond has made it possible for scientists to take core samples to study temperatures at different times in history. Another outdoor point of interest is the Carolina Children’s Garden. This teaching garden sits on two acres and has 12 theme gardens designed to teach children about the environment as they play and explore. As it teaches the children it also hopes to motivate families to use gardening as a way to be in touch with nature and with one another. Elgin is also home to North Springs Park, which offers services and programs to people any age or ability as a way to promote sportsmanship, reduce childhood obesity, and enhance cognitive development. Located on almost 30 acres, this Elgin park offers softball, baseball, soccer and football fields as well as playgrounds, tennis courts, and facilities for picnics. There is also a recreation center with meeting rooms and classes.

Elgin real estate options include ranch style homes, and modern contemporary homes as well as newly built homes. Many of the homes are three to four-bedroom homes. The lots are a good size, with mature trees and are nicely landscaped. You will find homes right in town, but there are also homes available in the rural areas that share the Elgin address. Elgin students are served by the Elgin Public School District. With the lovely local outdoor amenities, as well as those in nearby Columbia, this is a must consider destination for homebuyers searching in the Columbia area. If you would like more information on homes for sale in Elgin South Carolina, please contact us today and allow us to assist you.