COLUMBIA'S VILLAGES AND NEIGHBORHOODS

Columbia's villages and neighborhoods are a unique design in urban living. The town is divided into ten villages and within each village are several neighborhoods with names drawn from history or literature. Columbia's street names are derived from literary sources and help to make each neighborhood special. When locals recite their address to others, we often get the response, "Oh, that's an unusual address ... you must live in Columbia!".

Each village has its own community association which is an independent, incorporated, nonprofit civic association formed exclusively for the promotion of the common good and welfare of the residents and property owners of that village. Each association has similar but separate Articles of Incorporation, By-laws and Covenants. Columbia's villages and neighborhoods combine to create a close community with a small town feel.

Each village community center has a unique architectural design and personality. Community centers offer classes for residents and space that may be rented for meetings, parties and special events. The community associations often sponsor free seminars, political forums, fairs and holiday parties. Activities sponsored by the various community associations are open to all residents of Columbia regardless of the village in which you live.