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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Modern finishes
  • Vibrant community
  • Up-and-coming neighborhood
  • Spacious townhomes

Location

480 S Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29205, USA
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Management

Athens Real Estate Group LLC

Leasing office

(803) 587-1389

Property Overview

480 S Pickens Street presents a strong overall profile with a Zumper expert rating of 8.3, underscored by exceptional scores of 9 in pricing, amenities, and location, reflecting its competitive positioning and quality offerings. Notable features include a private balcony, hardwood flooring, and stainless steel appliances, complemented by an emphasis on pet friendliness and environmental sustainability, with ample nearby parks and public transit options. Trustworthiness is also affirmed with a solid rating of 8 out of 10, ensuring clarity and reliability in its representation.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 480 S Pickens Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 480 S Pickens Street 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

3BR/3.5BA3 bed3.5 bath1,512 sqft$3,225–$3,300 /mo7 units availableWelcome to Pickens Corner! Nestled in the heart of a vibrant, up-and-coming neighborhood, Pickens Corner offers brand-new 3-bedroom townhomes just steps away from the University of South Carolina. Designed with Gamecock students in mind, this community is the perfect place to make your college years unforgettable! Each spacious townhome features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, providing plenty of room to live, study, and entertain—all with easy access to everything Columbia has to offer. Inside, you’ll find modern finishes and high-end details, including stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout, and stunning granite countertops. From top to bottom, these homes are built to impress and provide the comfort and quality you deserve. Don’t miss out on Columbia’s newest townhome community! Call us today to schedule your tour and secure your spot at Pickens Corner

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Amenities for 480 S Pickens Street

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless DishwasherStainless Electric Range
Stainless MicrowaveStainless Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

Trash Included
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Building details

Property details

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About 480 S Pickens Street

HomeApartments in Columbia 480 S Pickens Street

Welcome to Pickens Corner! Nestled in the heart of a vibrant, up-and-coming neighborhood, Pickens Corner offers brand-new 3-bedroom townhomes just steps away from the University of South Carolina. Designed with Gamecock students in mind, this community is the perfect place to make your college years unforgettable! Each spacious townhome features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, providing plenty of room to live, study, and entertain—all with easy access to everything Columbia has to offer. Inside, you’ll find modern finishes and high-end details, including stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout, and stunning granite countertops. From top to bottom, these homes are built to impress and provide the comfort and quality you deserve. Don’t miss out on Columbia’s newest townhome community! Call us today to schedule your tour and secure your spot at Pickens Corner


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 480 S Pickens Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 480 S Pickens Street 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 480 S Pickens Street
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.
480 S Pickens Street 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·9A 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.
480 S Pickens Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 480 S Pickens Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
480 S Pickens Street 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 480 S Pickens Street 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.

480 S Pickens Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 14 parks within a mile

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 480 S Pickens Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 378 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Columbia

3-bedroom apartments at 480 S Pickens Street cost about 80% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Columbia.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Columbia
A table of studio rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,412
October 2023$1,434
November 2023$1,374
December 2023$1,338
January 2024$1,335
February 2024$1,350
March 2024$1,413
April 2024$1,527
May 2024$1,429
June 2024$1,351
July 2024$1,318
August 2024$1,284
September 2024$1,334
October 2024$1,274
November 2024$1,146
December 2024$1,247
January 2025$1,350
February 2025$1,350
March 2025$1,356
April 2025$1,302
May 2025$1,347
June 2025$1,346
July 2025$1,071
August 2025$1,076
September 2025$970

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$129,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $129,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,225.
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Schools near 480 S Pickens Street

A.C. Moore Elementary School

333 etiwan ave

columbia, SC, 29205

PK, K-5Public
B-

Brockman Elementary School

2245 montclair dr

columbia, SC, 29206

PK, K-5Public
A-

Pendergrass Fairwold School

5935 token st

columbia, SC, 29203

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Columbia near 480 S Pickens St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 480 S Pickens St, Columbia

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Publix
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Food Lion
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Super Acapulco
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