The Empire (Student Living)
Assembly and Pendleton St @ Pendleton St,
Columbia,
SC
29201
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Congaree Vista
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| Studio Studio 0 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 431 SF | Not Available |
| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 526 SF | Not Available |
| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba | 763 SF | Not Available |
| 3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br | 3 Baths 3 Baths 3 Ba | 1,113 SF | Not Available |
About The Empire (Student Living)
Check out The Empire (Student Living) in Columbia, SC. This community is located at Assembly And Pendleton St. in the Columbia area of Columbia. The leasing staff is ready to help you find your dream apartment. Experience a better way of living at The Empire (Student Living). Contact us or stop by the leasing office to discuss your new apartment.
The Empire (Student Living) is an apartment community located in Richland County and the 29201 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Richland 01 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Kitchen
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative Fee$150
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Application Fee$50
- Parking
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Garage--1 Max
Details
Utilities Included
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Trash Removal
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Internet
Property Information
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Built in 2018
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170 units/12 stories
Property Address:
Assembly and Pendleton St @ Pendleton St,
Columbia,
SC
29201
This Property
Available Property
The charming and eclectic neighborhood of Congaree Vista represents the heartbeat of Columbia's art scene. Located in the middle of Columbia, on the banks of the Congaree River and just north of the University of South Carolina, this neighborhood blends hip and modern amenities with historic roots and well-preserved buildings.
Anchored by the South Carolina State Museum, and focused around the Gervais Street Corridor, Congaree Vista has transformed over the last few decades from abandoned warehouses to an upscale travel destination. Gorgeously restored historic buildings, lush streets lined with magnolias, progressive art galleries, and independent shops and eateries characterize this popular neighborhood on the Congaree River.
Learn more about living in Congaree VistaBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Amenities
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Kitchen
Expenses
One-Time
Administrative Fee
$150
Application Fee
$50
Utilities Included
Trash Removal
Included
Office Hours
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 4pm |
| Sunday | 11am - 4pm |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 7.5 mi |
The Empire (Student Living) is within 12 minutes or 0.7 mile from University of South Carolina. It is also near Allen University and Benedict College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
233 Students
Nearby
5
Out of 10
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
204 Students
Attendance Zone
5
Out of 10
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
652 Students
Attendance Zone
5
Out of 10
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,171 Students
Nearby
3
Out of 10
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,150 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
93 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Property Ratings at The Empire (Student Living)
2/11/21
Worst decision ever
We "jumped" all over this apartment because we were made to feel if we didn't, we wouldn't be able to get a decent apartment anywhere. We literally signed the lease agreement without seeing the apartment because they were all occupied and there was none to show. Like my title says: WORST.DECISION.EVER. From the minute we walked in the building (less than a year old at the time) it was in disarray. The walls were filthy, the carpet looked like it hadn't been vacuumed since the first day the building opened and there was garbage everywhere. The apartment (studio) is like a small box. An OVERPRICED small box. There was hardly any room to move in it and on top of it, nowhere to sit and eat. Too many unusable cabinets, no island and not a place to put a small table for even 1 chair. The floorboards were coming unglued and the walls inside the apartment were filthy. I had to scrub them down. If I had been able to preview this building beyond the lobby, it would have been a hard NO. They nickel and dime you for everything, they charge you a small fortune for parking and during Covid when no one could live there, they didn't offer any type of discount or compensation. Full price rent including utilities that no one was using. The apartment sat empty for from March through August. It was a glorified storage unit. Do yourself a favor. Save your $$. There are far better apartments with the same (and better) amenities for less. They may make you think it's a cool place to live but it's not. If you have a few minutes to look around, you'll find plenty of bad reviews on other sites. Don't waste your time (I already did that for you) don't waste your money or parents money (did that too) and don't rent here. You'll regret it.
11/2/18
Absolutely Awful
I have been a resident of Empire Columbia for almost six months now and I have never been treated so poorly. To start off, when we (myself and roommates) moved in the first week of August, we were told that our apartment would be fully furnished and ready for us. That was hardly the case because once we arrived, we found that our desks had not been put together, lamps were missing, side tables in the common area were missing and there were countless scuffs, scratches, and dents along the walls and appliances. Aside from the issues in our own unit, the main hallways are never vacuumed and there is a vomit spot that has been on the wall for well over a month now. The elevators also only work about 75% of the time and if you are lucky and it is working, don't expect the floors to be any cleaner in there. They are covered with mud and dirt. I can't speak for other levels, but on level 3, the trash room has been overflowing and after multiple complaints to management, they have still failed to get the issue under control. As for parking, the garages are incredibly small with way to many compact spots. The parking gates also did not work for the first two months making the garage easily accessible to anyone. ***Please do not stay here if you have other options. This is nowhere near to 5 star, luxury living. You will be highly disappointed.***
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What neighborhood is the property located in?
The Empire (Student Living) is in Congaree Vista in the city of Columbia. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.7 miles of the property. Five parks are within 3.8 miles, including Melton Memorial Observatory, McKissick Museum, and South Carolina State Museum.
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Assembly and Pendleton St @ Pendleton St
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