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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Vibrant lifestyle
  • High-speed internet
  • Well-maintained property
  • Comfortable living
  • Accessibility

Location

738 Columbia St, Santa Fe, NM 87505, USA|San Mateo
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Management

Zia Sound Solutions LLC

Leasing office

(360) 340-5670

Property Overview

Columbia has received a strong Zumper rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its excellent amenities and competitive pricing. The property features a vibrant lifestyle with high-speed internet and prioritizes accessibility, making it ideal for those who enjoy social opportunities, with numerous restaurants and transit options nearby. Its location rating of 9 out of 10 underscores the convenience it offers, while the trustworthiness score of 7 out of 10 demonstrates transparency in management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Columbia is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath630 sqft$1,425 /mo

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Amenities for Columbia

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time.

$25

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

Pets negotiable.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$0

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$0

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Building details

Property details

Units3
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About Columbia

HomeApartments in Santa FeSan Mateo Columbia

Columbia offers comfortable multi-family residential living at 738 Columbia St, Santa Fe, NM. This smoke-free community features high-speed internet and 24-hour availability, ensuring convenience and connectivity. Pet lovers will appreciate the negotiable pet policy allowing small dogs and cats, making it a welcoming home for your furry friends. Experience a vibrant lifestyle in a well-maintained property designed to meet your needs. Columbia combines comfort, accessibility, and pet-friendly options in a desirable Santa Fe location.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Columbia is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Columbia has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Columbia
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Columbia stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Columbia is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Columbia is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Columbia does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Columbia provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Columbia is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options
  • 84 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

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 Columbia compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 136 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in San Mateo

1-bedroom apartments at Columbia cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Mateo.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
San Mateo
Santa Fe
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Fe
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,770
April 2024$1,732
May 2024$1,776
June 2024$1,831
July 2024$1,784
August 2024$1,799
September 2024$1,858
October 2024$1,798
November 2024$1,779
December 2024$1,668
January 2025$1,687
February 2025$1,702
March 2025$1,725
April 2025$1,625
May 2025$1,620
June 2025$1,628
July 2025$1,650
August 2025$1,635
September 2025$1,650
October 2025$1,673
November 2025$1,772
December 2025$1,622
January 2026$1,586
February 2026$1,764
March 2026$1,783
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Mateo
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$2,100
February 2026$1,425
March 2026$1,425

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 738 Columbia St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$57,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,425.
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Schools near Columbia

E.J. Martinez Elementary School

401 north san mateo

santa fe, NM, 87505

PK, K-6Public
C+

NM School for the Deaf

1060 cerrillos rd

santa fe, NM, 87505

PK, K-12Public

Nye Early Childhood

3160 agua fria st

santa fe, NM, 87501

PKPublic

Desert Sage Academy

2504 camino entrada

santa fe, NM, 87505

K-12Public
B+

Nina Otero Community School

5901 herrera dr

santa fe, NM, 87507

PK, K-8Public
C
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Getting around Santa Fe near 738 Columbia St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 738 Columbia St, Santa Fe

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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