Strom Thurmond Federal Building and Courthouse Listed for Disposition - $59.4M Savings

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April 09, 2026
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Strom Thurmond Federal Building and Courthouse in Columbia, SC Listed For Disposition

This disposition eliminates underutilized federal space resulting in nearly $59.4 million in savings

COLUMBIA, S.C. – **** Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the planned disposition of the Strom Thurmond Federal Building and Courthouse, located at 1835 and 1845 Assembly Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The buildings served as a courthouse and federal hub until 2003, when court operations transitioned to the nearby Matthew J. Perry, Jr. Courthouse.

GSA is advancing this disposition as part of ongoing efforts to consolidate the federal real estate portfolio and cut government waste. The agency will continue to work closely with tenants to ensure they can effectively carry out their important work.

“GSA continues to lead the way in executing President Trump’s directive to fortify the federal real estate portfolio by eliminating underutilized and vacant space,” said GSA Administrator Edward C. Forst. “With this disposition we are saving taxpayers approximately $56.3M in delinquent maintenance and another $3.1M in annual maintenance costs.”

Located in Columbia’s downtown government district along Assembly Street, the Strom Thurmond Federal Building and Courthouse occupies a prominent position within South Carolina’s capital city. The property benefits from its proximity to state government offices, educational institutions, and the growing Main Street district, presenting a significant redevelopment opportunity in the heart of Columbia’s downtown.

GSA remains committed to solving long-term problems that exist in the federal portfolio of assets, reduce waste, and deliver long-term value to the American people. For more information, visit assets identified for accelerated disposition.

About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government. GSA manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of approximately 360 million rentable square feet, oversees more than $126 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivers technology services to millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA’s mission is to deliver exceptional customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA.

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Last updated: Apr 9, 2026

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