Gaston is a small town in southern Lexington County, located about 20 miles southwest of Columbia. It’s a rural community with easy access to Columbia, Swansea, and the greater Midlands region. Pronounced “GAS-ton.”

 

Community Vibe
Gaston offers a quiet residential and rural setting with local businesses, farmland, and community-centered living. Its location near U.S. Highway 321 makes it connected to both Columbia and nearby small towns, while still keeping a rural character.

 

History
The town grew in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a farming community. Gaston was incorporated in 1973 and has maintained its small-town atmosphere while gradually adding residential development.

 

County
Gaston is in Lexington County.

 

Schools
Gaston is part of Lexington School District Four. Local schools include Frances Mack Intermediate, Sandhills Middle, and Swansea High School.

 

Commute
Gaston sits along U.S. Highway 321, with I-26 nearby. Downtown Columbia is typically a 25–30 minute drive, while Swansea and other small communities are just minutes away.