Good morning, Cola, Miranda here – with all the details you need regarding the new-ish apartments at Claussen’s in Columbia’s Historic Five Points District.

Front entrance of Claussen’s boutique apartments | Photo by @COLAtoday

Front entrance of Claussen’s boutique apartments | Photo by @COLAtoday

The boutique apartments will have a ribbon-cutting with Mayor Benjamin today at noon; while last night, Historic Columbia offered a behind-the-scenes tour. We were lucky enough to get in yesterday while the sun was out + shining through the sky light – right down into the beautiful community space.

Bakery-style community space | Photo by @COLAtoday

Bakery-style community space | Photo by @COLAtoday

Here’s what you need to know about the newest apartments in Five Points (that share a building with Mr. Friendly’s).

The history:

Original announcement of Claussen’s Bakery opening | Photo by @COLAtoday

Original announcement of Claussen’s Bakery opening | Photo by @COLAtoday

1928: Claussen’s Bakery opens its doors – baking + distributing breads and other goods across the region.
1963: After over three decades of business, Claussen’s Bakery ends their service.
1986: The Inn at Claussen’s opens.
1987: Claussen’s earned its status on the National Register of Historic Places for commerce, industry + architecture.
2015: The Inn at Claussen’s closes.
2019: After months of renovations, Claussen’s boutique studio apartments are now open + available for lease.

Features:

Studio loft with exposed brick + spiral staircase | Photo by @COLAtoday

Studio loft with exposed brick + spiral staircase | Photo by @COLAtoday

A mixture of studios + studio lofts.
29 apartment homes.
Original exposed brick walls, steel trusses + original windows.

Studio loft with original brick + new kitchenette | Photo by @COLAtoday

Studio loft with original brick + new kitchenette | Photo by @COLAtoday

Brand new bathroom in studio unit | Photo by @COLAtoday

Brand new bathroom in studio unit | Photo by @COLAtoday

Brand new kitchenettes and bathrooms.
Lease includes cable, internet, parking, valet, + trash pickup.
Community lounge and co-working space.
Interactive exercise equipment.

What I love the most about these apartments is that each unit has its own unique vibe. From the exposed brick to the different styles of granite, quartz and other finishes, the updates didn’t take away from the original charm of the 1928 bakery.

Staged studio unit | Photo by @COLAtoday

Staged studio unit | Photo by @COLAtoday

Patio space on first-level studio | Photo by @COLAtoday

Patio space on first-level studio | Photo by @COLAtoday

Original large windows + hardwoods from 1928 | Photo by @COLAtoday

Original large windows + hardwoods from 1928 | Photo by @COLAtoday