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234 Merchants Dr #1, Columbia, SC 29212, USA
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Stephenson Property Group (Chapin, SC)
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Amenities for 234 Merchants Dr #1
Apartment Amenities
| Furnished | High Ceilings |
| Utilities Included | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
No pets allowed.
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About 234 Merchants Dr #1
Fully Furnished and utilities included. Two bedrooms each with a private bath on a quiet street in a Great Location!! 1 Mile to Lake Murray, walk to Publix and walk to restaurants. 9' Ceilings down Vaulted Ceilings upstairs, Granite countertops in kitchen, with breakfast bar and eat-in area, Tile floor in Bathrooms, 2nd Bedroom feels like a second Master Suite with it's own private bath and walk-in closet. Bright and spacious floor plan. Clean and Comfortable beds. Washer, Dryer and iron board. Wifi and 43" 4k Smart Tv. Contact us to schedule a showing.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 234 Merchants Dr, Columbia, SC 29212, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Zip code | 29212 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Columbia
2-bedroom apartments at 234 Merchants Dr #1 cost about 85% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Columbia.
Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Columbia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,250 |
| November 2023 | $1,247 |
| December 2023 | $1,199 |
| January 2024 | $1,197 |
| February 2024 | $1,185 |
| March 2024 | $1,210 |
| April 2024 | $1,241 |
| May 2024 | $1,240 |
| June 2024 | $1,265 |
| July 2024 | $1,256 |
| August 2024 | $1,252 |
| September 2024 | $1,274 |
| October 2024 | $1,268 |
| November 2024 | $1,269 |
| December 2024 | $1,256 |
| January 2025 | $1,300 |
| February 2025 | $1,298 |
| March 2025 | $1,284 |
| April 2025 | $1,291 |
| May 2025 | $1,297 |
| June 2025 | $1,297 |
| July 2025 | $1,300 |
| August 2025 | $1,299 |
| September 2025 | $1,300 |
| October 2025 | $1,300 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 234 Merchants Dr #1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$96,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $96,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,400.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,300 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,250 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath |
Schools near 234 Merchants Dr #1
Irmo Elementary School
7401 gibbes st
irmo, SC, 29063
PK, K-5Public
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Internet available near 234 Merchants Dr #1
Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Columbia near 234 Merchants Dr #1
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 234 Merchants Dr #1, Columbia
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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