Keswick
840 Sparkleberry Ln,
Columbia, SC 29229
$1,267 - $1,842 | 1-3 Beds
Columbia
Columbia, SC
Area Guide
Soak up some southern hospitality
University
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Historic
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Riverfront
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Outdoor Adventure
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College Sports
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Family-Friendly
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Hugging the Congaree River and stretching east, Columbia is a sprawling city with a history dating back to colonial times. Nicknamed the "Capital of Southern Hospitality," Columbia is a welcoming, warm city -- it is also a college town, home to the University of South Carolina. The university is located downtown, covering over 359 acres. The historic, top-ranking university dates back to 1801, but the oldest structure in Columbia is the Seibels House, built around 1796. It currently serves as a house museum.
While there's plenty for college students to do, Columbia provides a variety of activities -- whether you're a golfer, a shopper, or a foodie. Kid-friendly activities are everywhere, from the gorgeous parks to the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. The downtown district provides a variety of shops and restaurants along brick-paved sidewalks, and the river and nearby lakes provide opportunities for boating and fishing. College sports fans head to Williams-Brice Stadium to cheer on the USC Gamecocks, and golfers can enjoy a game at Fort Jackson Golf Club. For camping, kayaking, bicycling, and hiking, nearby Sesquicentennial State Park provides 1,400 wooded acres and a large lake to explore.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Columbia, SC is $1,084 for a studio, $1,148 for one bedroom, $1,332 for two bedrooms, and $1,622 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Columbia has increased by 3.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,148/month
738 Sq Ft
House
$1,905/month
1,441 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,317/month
918 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,670/month
1,293 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Columbia, SC is 9.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Columbia is 28.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,084 - $1,622. You can expect to pay 1.0% less for groceries, 27.0% more for utilities, and 18.5% less for transportation.
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Transportation
45
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
17
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
38
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
268 Students
9
Public
Grades PK-5
806 Students
7
Public
Grades K-5
329 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-5
742 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
703 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
905 Students
7
Public
Grades 6-8
802 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
533 Students
6
Public
Grades K-8
1,154 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
1,018 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
2,187 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,352 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,150 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,711 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
725 Students
4
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- McKissick Museum
- Melton Memorial Observatory
- Sesqui State Park
- South Carolina State Museum
- EdVenture Children's Museum
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Columbia Metro
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.