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2200-2300 Blocks of Greene Street

2200-2300 Blocks of Greene Street

Along the northern boundary of Valley Park, white citizens built stylish bungalows and American Foursquare residences during the 1920s and 1930s. Decades later, many of these properties became the homes of African American families that in the era of Jim Crow could not initially benefit from the city-owned amenities located across the street. During the later 20th century, many of these houses became popular rental properties for University of South Carolina students seeking affordable accommodations conveniently located near Five Points.

  • 2200 block of Greene Street

    2200 block of Greene Street, 2018. Historic Columbia collection

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    2300 block of Greene Street, 2018. Historic Columbia collection

Al Hester describes living on Stark Street.

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