The Cardinal Apartments
4615 Forest Dr,
Columbia, SC 29206
$1,522 - $4,708 | Studio - 3 Beds
Forest Acres
Forest Acres, SC
Area Guide
Join a close-knit community on the cusp of Columbia
Suburban
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Scenic
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Lakeside
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Close-Knit
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Affordable
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Situated on the eastern border of Columbia, Forest Acres is a scenic suburb teeming with natural beauty. An array of apartments, townhomes, and houses sit between lush green spaces on tree-lined streets in Forest Acres. Several nearby lakes and the sprawling Sesquicentennial State Park offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
Incorporated as a city in 1935, Forest Acres touts a small-town atmosphere with a tight-knit community, an increasing number of local businesses, and top-notch schools. Residents enjoy a host of suburban conveniences, including endless shopping options at Trenholm Plaza, Richland Mall, East Forest Plaza, and Columbia Place Mall. Quick access to I-77 and I-20 affords many Forest Acres residents simple commutes and travels.
Transportation
59
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
42
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.
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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† 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.
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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.