Essex Homes in Columbia SC

Located in one of the fastest growing areas in Columbia, Allans Mill is Northeast Columbia’s newest Premier community. Offering excellent schools and convenient access to I-26, I-77 and Ft. Jackson, Allans Mill is a great choice for those looking for a home for their family or those who need easy interstate access. There are currently [...]

It’s that time again! We’re hosting our 5th Annual Casino Event on May 24th from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Double Tree Hotel off I-20 and Bush River Road. Be sure to RSVP ASAP because Elvis may or may not be making an appearance. There will be a buffet lunch, $25,000 in “fun [...]

There are numerous reasons to remodel your home and May is the time to start! The NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) suggests hiring a professional remodeler for this process to ensure that the job is done correctly. Remodeling is an investment that can increase the value of your home, improve the energy-efficiency of your [...]

According to an article from Reuters.com on April 23, 2013, the sale of new single-family homes has been on the rise and the housing market appears to still be improving. The Commerce Department stated that sales increased 1.5% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 417,000 units. The median sales price for a new home [...]

Becoming a homeowner (and moving in general) is quite a task and comes with a large amount of added responsibility. Here are a few tips to consider for your first few weeks in your new home: 1. New Address and New Accounts You’ll need to open new accounts for utilities such as water, electricity and [...]

Located in Lexington, SC, the Hampton Park community offers affordable homes in a prime location, near great schools!  Our spacious, brick homes are available in one and two story plans, and are built with Essex Homes’ traditional quality at an amazing value! Hampton Park is only 10 minutes from the city of Lexington, and about [...]

Essex Homes is proud to be the Title Sponsor for KEMOPALOOZA 2013. KEMOPALOOZA is… A former partner event and now one of Palmetto Health Foundation’s signature fundraising events, KEMOPALOOZA raises funds and awareness for CAMP KEMO Programs of Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital. Your support of KEMOPALOOZA makes a difference in the lives of more than [...]

Looking for a great new home near high ranking schools? Our homes are placed in only the best locations in hopes that families living in these areas can give their children the best education possible. According to the 2012 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings, Chapin High School, Dutch Fork High School, and Lexington High School [...]

It’s finally spring…that time of the year when the weather begins to warm, flowers begin to bloom and everything awakens and begins to flourish after a cold winter season. It also means that it’s time for spring cleaning. You may decide to clean out that junk draw that seems to accumulate things of all sorts [...]

Pinnacle Ridge, an Essex Homes community in Northeast Columbia, is part of the reputable Lake Carolina Community with homes starting in the upper $130′s. Standard features of these homes include: granite counter tops in the kitchen and all baths, smooth top range, tankless water heater, 9 ft ceilings on the first level, as well as [...]