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    1101 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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    1 BED $1,389+
    2 BEDS $2,687+
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    5/5 Owen B. on Jul 11, 2022

    My experience from applying to moving in has been great! Sarah is amazing, and she has been nothing but kind and helpful with any questions/concerns. It is a gorgeous property, and I love my unit; as great as the property is, the office staff makes it that much better!

    5/5 Chuck K. on Jun 24, 2022

    Sarah was awesome. She showed us the unit and remained in contact with us throughout the entire process, including the move in.

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    1155 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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    1 BED $1,099
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    Seize your chance to live in one of the exclusive apartment communities in Columbia, SC. Picture coming home every day to the heart of the Historic Main Street District, just minutes from where you work and play. Located in Downtown Columbia, with easy access to Gervais Street and The Vista, The Palms on Main is just around the corner from the University of South Carolina, as well as all of the shopping, dining, and entertainment that Columbia has to offer. The Palms on Main provides its residents a wide selection of unique one and two bedroom apartment homes that feature exclusive community and household amenities like a sparkling swimming pool, controlled access entry, private garage, and free gym membership. With a premium location just a stone’s throw away from the State House, the central business district, and the University of South Carolina, you will find yourself enjoying the varied entertainment and sporting pleasures of the Vista and Downtown Columbia. Take a look at our gallery and schedule your appointment or drop by and visit us for a tour today!

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    • Air Conditioner
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    1401 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29201
    Studio $1,235
    1 BED $1,195
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    Unit 120, Columbia, SC 29201
    3 BEDS $1,800
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    1310 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    Studio $1,356+
    1 BED $1,479+
    2+ BEDS $2,014
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    1101 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED $1,389+
    2 BEDS $2,687+
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    701 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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    2 BEDS $2,235
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    600 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    2003 Greene Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    Studio $1,099+
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    510 Heyward St, Columbia, SC 29201
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    1155 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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    1619 Heyward Street, Columbia, SC 29205
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    1606 Heyward Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    2 BEDS $1,600+
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    South Saluda Ave/South Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29205
    2 BEDS $1,300+
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    801D King Street, Columbia, SC 29205
    2 BEDS $1,200
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    2637 River Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
    1 BED $1,050+
    2 BEDS $1,299+
    3 BEDS $1,599+
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    1105 1/2 Darlington Street, Columbia, SC 29201
    2 BEDS $1,250
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    2401 Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC 29204
    4 BEDS $1,870
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    3313 Makeway Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
    2 BEDS $1,200
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    3415 A Piedmont Avenue, Columbia, SC 29203
    2 BEDS $895
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    100 Bryton Trace, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $849
    2 BEDS $999
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    3900 Bentley Drive, Columbia, SC 29210
    1 BED $849+
    2 BEDS $1,199+
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    1535 Dunbar Rd, Cayce, SC 29033
    3 BEDS $1,375
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    9 Acme Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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Average rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC

$2,139/mo Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC average rental price, July 2023
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is around $2,139.

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC apartment rent ranges

A share of 1% of apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC have the cheapest rents between $501-$700. Around 24% of rentals are in the most expensive price range of $1,501-$2,000. Around 1% of Downtown Columbia’s apartments have monthly rents between $701-$1,000. There are 26% of apartments with rents between $1,001-$1,500.

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC rent trends

Getting around in Downtown Columbia, SC

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Very Walkable
54 /100
Good Transit
53 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 79, Transit Score®: 54, Bike Score®: 53

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC last updated?

Prices and availability in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC were last updated on 9 Dec 2023.

What are the best apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

The best apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC are: The Palms 1101, The Palms on Main, Land Bank Lofts, 1929 Bluff Road and The Lady.

What is the average rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

The average rent in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is $2,139. Start your search for apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

The price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,235 and $1,515. View all studio apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,099 and $3,306. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,099 and $5,051. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC is between $1,356 and $3,186. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC.

What type of rental buildings are in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC?

In Downtown Columbia, 73% of the residents are renting compared to 27% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 47% of Downtown Columbia’s rentals, 37% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC demographics

  • 2,851Total Population
  • 1,407 Female
    1,444 Male
  • 19Median Age

In total, Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC has 2,851 residents, 1,407 women and 1,444 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Downtown Columbia’s population is 19.

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC households

  • 180 Family
    679 Non-family
  • 66 Children
    794 No Children
  • 859Total Number of Households
  • 1.81Average People Per Household
  • $32,306Median Household Income

There is a total of 859 households in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC. Of these, 66 have children and 794 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 180 family households and 679 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Downtown Columbia is 1.81 people, on average. The median household annual income in Downtown Columbia equals $32,306, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,084.

Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 1% of the population in Downtown Columbia, Columbia, SC have no high school education, 27% went to high-school, and 11% have partially completed college. Moreover, 5% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 35% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 20% hold a Graduate Degree.

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