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Highlights

  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Off-street parking
  • Sparkling pool
  • Refreshing pool
  • Peaceful living
  • Spacious floor plan

Location

8 N Keene St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA
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Management

Columbia Rentals

Leasing office

(573) 476-1994

Property Overview

Keeneland Downs Apartments receives a solid Zumper expert rating of 8.4, reflecting its overall quality and appeal as a rental option. With competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and a prime location rated 9 out of 10, it offers a balanced value for residents. Additional highlights include a quiet neighborhood, off-street parking, spacious floor plans, and a refreshing pool, enhancing the overall living experience.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Keeneland Downs Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Keeneland Downs Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space
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Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Dreamer, 2x1, 900 sqft, Tier 12 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,225 /mo2 units availableEnjoy comfortable living in this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offering 900 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space. The spacious floor plan provides flexibility for relaxing, entertaining, or setting up a home office. Residents benefit from outstanding community features, including a sparkling pool and full access to Columbia Rentals’ South Office Gym. Off-street parking is included for your convenience, and the property is set in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from downtown Columbia—perfect for balancing peaceful living with easy city access. For added peace of mind, residents enjoy reliable in-house maintenance, including 24-hour emergency service. This home combines space, comfort, and location, all in a welcoming community setting.
Seabiscuit, 2x1, 900 sqft, Tier 12 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,225 /mo4 units availableStep into this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offering 900 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. The open layout provides plenty of room for both relaxation and entertaining, with thoughtful design that makes the most of every square foot. Residents enjoy access to community amenities, including a refreshing pool and Columbia Rentals’ South Office Gym. Off-street parking is included, and the property is located in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from downtown Columbia. With dependable in-house maintenance and 24-hour emergency service, you can enjoy worry-free living in a community designed with your comfort in mind.

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Step into this inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offering 900 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. The open layout provides plenty of room for both relaxation and entertaining, with thoughtful design that makes the most of every square foot. Residents enjoy access to community amenities, including a refreshing pool and Columbia Rentals’ South Office Gym. Off-street parking is included, and the property is located in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from downtown Columbia. With dependable in-house maintenance and 24-hour emergency service, you can enjoy worry-free living in a community designed with your comfort in mind.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Keeneland Downs Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Keeneland Downs Apartments 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 Keeneland Downs Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Keeneland Downs Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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, Keeneland Downs Apartments 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.
Keeneland Downs Apartments 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 Keeneland Downs Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Truly enjoyed having conversation with Carol about the complex living. She was very helpful showing us the area and wanting this to be our new home. Thank you again Carol, for everything

Donna Joyner

Donna Joyner

Jul 15, 2024

Beautiful community with spacious two and three bedroom apartment homes. Community manager is very attentive and would recommend to anyone interested in the Columbia, MO area.

Rex Budzielek

Rex Budzielek

Dec 03, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Keeneland Downs Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 65 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 Keeneland Downs Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 166 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Oven not listed
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Rent trends in Columbia

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Keeneland Downs Apartments to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Columbia.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Columbia
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,192
April 2024$1,188
May 2024$816
June 2024$891
July 2024$1,205
August 2024$1,377
September 2024$1,582
October 2024$1,437
November 2024$1,162
December 2024$809
January 2025$802
February 2025$773
March 2025$763
April 2025$748
May 2025$750
June 2025$734
July 2025$734
August 2025$795
October 2025$1,289
November 2025$1,003
December 2025$800
January 2026$834
February 2026$823
March 2026$806

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$49,000/yr

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Schools near Keeneland Downs Apartments

Eugene Field Center

1010 rangeline st

columbia, MO, 65201

1-5Public

Cedar Ridge Elementary School

2345 howell mountain dr

columbia, MO, 65201

K-5Public
B

Center for Early Learning-North

2201 e smiley ln

columbia, MO, 65202

PKPublic

Delmar A. Cobble School

108 w craig st

columbia, MO, 65202

K-12Public

Beulah Ralph Elementary School

5801 s hwy kk

columbia, MO, 65203

K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Columbia near 8 N Keene St

Walking

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

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Points of interest for 8 N Keene St, Columbia

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 8 N Keene St

Sam's Club
101 Conley Rd
Hy-Vee
25 Conley Rd
Walmart Supercenter
415 Conley Rd
ALDI
2901 E Business Loop 70
Moser's Foods
900 N Keene St

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